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Wednesday, 28th February, 2024. Vol. 17, Issue 9 • 9A, Crowe Street, Dundalk, Co. Louth Tel: 042 932 0888. | Email: editorial@dundalkleader.com; advertising@dundalkleader.com
Huge relief Pool Party in Killarney! over HSE u-turn HSE reverse planned postmasectomy product cuts By Tamara O’Connell LOUTH breast cancer survivors are “relieved” that proposed cuts to their entitlements have been reversed by the Health Service Executive (HSE). Louth women diagnosed with breast cancer are entitled to free post-surgery bras and prosthesis, which are essential to a proper recovery. The issue was brought up in the Dáil by Deputy Ó Murchú during Taoiseach’s questions last Tuesday. Deputy Ó Murchú said: ‘A
proposal that was brought to me by Alison McCabe was mentioned by Liveline. It is for a reduction in the grant for post-mastectomy products for women who have been through breast cancer treatment. ‘This is an issue we need to look at. It is going to be highlighted by many people. Will the Taoiseach take a look at it? The grant is necessary’. In response, Minister Donnelly said: ‘I was made aware of the issue raised by Deputy Ó Murchú Tiernan Mallon and Paul Kearney are representing Ireland this week at yesterday. the EEPF European Pool Championships in Killarney. Full story page 2. Continued on Page 2