Ireland – Timeframe for abortion services introduction unrealistic, says leading foetal medicine doctor

Timeframe for abortion services introduction unrealistic, says leading foetal medicine doctor

Sunday, December 16, 2018
By Digital Desk staff

One of the country's lead clinicians for foetal medicine believes the timeframe given for the introduction of abortion services is unrealistic.

Doctor Keelin O'Donoghue - who supported the Repeal campaign - says the January rollout is too soon.

Continued: https://www.irishexaminer.com/breakingnews/ireland/timeframe-for-abortion-services-introduction-unrealistic-says-leading-foetal-medicine-doctor-892399.html


Ireland – January deadline for abortion service dangerously unrealistic

January deadline for abortion service dangerously unrealistic
Rushed introduction will pose serious threat to health and wellbeing of women

Dec 6, 2018
Chris Fitzpatrick

One of the first things you learn in medical school is “primum non nocere” – firstly, do no harm. Then you are taught to learn from your mistakes.

I wonder what Dr Gabriel Scally would say – if he was asked to comment on what is happening at the present time.

Continued: https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/january-deadline-for-abortion-service-dangerously-unrealistic-1.3722598