AGP Executive Report
Last update: 13 minutes agoCancer Care Access: Health minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill says up to 30% of chemotherapy could move into community settings from next year, aiming to cut long hospital travel for patients. Breastfeeding Support: Cuidiú defends its “supporting parents” ethos after online backlash over inclusive language in promotional material. Public Health & Safety: Irish Rail reports serious train–tractor collisions in Offaly and Mayo, with emergency services responding and at least one person taken to hospital. Water Safety Concerns: Calls for urgent Government action follow allegations from an EPA audit that safety alarms and chlorine dosing were disabled at Dunshaughlin’s water treatment plant. Competition & Medicines: The CCPC launches a full probe into Uniphar’s acquisition of TouchStore, a pharmacy dispensing and retail software provider. Breast Cancer Awareness: The Very Pink Run spotlights breast cancer research and education, with stories from young survivors across Ireland. Climate & Health: France records its hottest summer on record, with heatwaves linked to excess deaths—another reminder of the health risks of extreme weather.
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