Michelle Mulherin (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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To ask the Minister for Health the average number of deaths of persons from colorectal cancer per annum per county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43209/12]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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Colorectal cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer among both men and women in Ireland. Approximately 2,200 new cases are diagnosed annually, and it is cause of death in around 950 people each year. The specific information requested will be collated and forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.