Dáil told Vicky's legacy should be reflected in changes The Taoiseach has promised that legislation to allow full disclosure in medical cases will be in place before the end of the year if the … Ireland • 15 Nov 22
President leads tributes to woman of 'courage' President Michael D Higgins has led tributes to cancer campaigner Vicky Phelan, who he said made an "enormous contribution" to Irish society thanks to her … Ireland • 14 Nov 22
Obituary: 'A powerful advocate for Irish women' Vicky Phelan, who died this morning aged 48, became the national voice for the more than 200 women affected by the CervicalCheck screening controversy. Ireland • 14 Nov 22
Vicky's death will 'leave a void in all our lives' Vicky Phelan's husband Jim has paid tribute to his wife, saying her death will leave a void in their lives that "at this point seems … Ireland • 14 Nov 22
Charlie Bird 'humbled' as charity climb raises €1.6m Retired broadcaster Charlie Bird said he is humbled by the response to his charity mountain climb after he reached the summit cheered on by family … Ireland • 03 Apr 22
Vicky Phelan 'honoured' by Freedom of Limerick Vicky Phelan has said she is honoured to receive the Freedom of Limerick. Ireland • 03 Feb 22
Vicky Phelan portrait sells for €58,000 at auction A portrait of healthcare campaigner Vicky Phelan has raised just over €58,000 at auction today. Ireland • 04 Feb 21
Vicky Phelan says her cancer is growing again 'slowly' Women's health campaigner Vicky Phelan has said her cancer is growing again, but slowly. Ireland • 03 Nov 20
Govt urged to alter CervicalCheck tribunal plans Sinn Féin's Louise O'Reilly has called on the Government to alter its current plan for the CervicalCheck tribunal in order to make it less adversarial. Ireland • 22 Oct 20
Phelan appeals for TDs to support assisted dying bill Campaigner Vicky Phelan has appealed to politicians to support the "Dying with Dignity Bill" which will be reintroduced in the Dáil tomorrow. Politics • 14 Sep 20
Campaigner 'disturbed' at Scally inquiry findings A group representing women affected by the CervicalCheck controversy has said it is "vital" that the recommendations by Dr Gabriel Scally are met. Health • 12 Jun 19
Cervical screening delays 'unacceptable' - Phelan Campaigner Vicky Phelan has said delays in the cervical screening process are "unacceptable". Ireland • 25 Apr 19
Expert says some cells on woman's smear test 'abnormal' An expert on cervical screening has told the High Court that some cells on a cervical smear taken from Limerick woman Ruth Morrissey in 2009 … Courts • 30 Jan 19
Vicky Phelan says she is an 'accidental' leader Women's health campaigner Vicky Phelan has described herself as an "accidental" leader. Ireland • 19 Jan 19
Vicky Phelan criticises Govt handling of CervicalCheck Campaigner Vicky Phelan has criticised the Taoiseach over the Government's handling of the CervicalCheck crisis. Ireland • 14 Jan 19
Vicky Phelan calls for cancer drug to be made available Campaigner Vicky Phelan has called on the Government to make Pembrolizumab available to all women in Ireland with cervical cancer. Ireland • 27 Nov 18
Vicky Phelan calls for sanctions for non-disclosure Campaigner Vicky Phelan has said that medical professionals who fail to disclose information to patients should face sanctions. Ireland • 03 Nov 18
CervicalCheck patient support group meet for first time A support group set up for the women and families affected by the CervicalCheck crisis is meeting for the first time today. Ireland • 14 Oct 18
Govt attempts to avoid court actions over CervicalCheck The Taoiseach has said that a High Court judge has been asked to identify alternative mechanisms to avoid court proceedings over the CervicalCheck controversy. CervicalCheck • 01 Aug 18
Vicky Phelan conferred with Honorary Doctorate at UL The University of Limerick has conferred Vicky Phelan with an Honorary Doctorate for what it said was her "exceptional commitment to improving women's healthcare in … Vicky Phelan • 26 Jun 18
SCA aims to resolve legal action over smear test delays Two more legal actions involving women suing over alleged delays relating to CervicalCheck smears have come before the High Court. Health • 17 May 18
US lab 'deeply regrets' Phelan incorrect smear results The US laboratory that settled a High Court action taken by Vicky Phelan over her incorrect smear test results has said that what happened to … Health • 11 May 18
Scally to be 'frank' in CervicalCheck investigation The head of an initial inquiry into the CervicalCheck controversy has said that he will be "frank and forthright" in his investigation. CervicalCheck • 08 May 18
Health service faces its darkest hours Fergal Bowers looks back at the week in which the health service has faced perhaps its biggest crisis with the cervical cancer controversy. Analysis and Comment • 05 May 18
