Arthur Morgan (Louth, Sinn Fein)

I seek the adjournment of the Dáil to discuss the following matter of urgent national importance, namely, the serious cases of misdiagnosis of cancer in the north east and the lack of clarity surrounding the nature of the misdiagnosis together with the HSE's handling of the issue, which has alarmed many patients and their families throughout the region; the vague statement issued by the HSE on Monday as a result of pressure from public representatives and the media, the content of which caused more worry and concern for the public and the need for the Minister and the HSE to release an immediate statement clarifying the situation; and for cancer services generally in the north east and around the country to receive sufficient funding to avoid the removal of cancer services, as is happening with the proposed closure of the Dóchas Centre in Drogheda and the removal of services from Sligo.

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