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cancer, as they face unique challenges relating to lifestyle factors and genetic predisposition. Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among Irish men. Research shows that the incidence rate has been steadily rising. Despite this, many Irish men remain hesitant to seek medical advice or undergo … reluctance to address health concerns until the symptoms become too severe. This can steal precious weeks and months away. When prostate cancer is caught early, the survival rate is higher. Although, the idea that if you get cancer then prostate cancer is a good

still have a lower life expectancy than women and have higher mortality rates for the leading causes of death, such as heart disease, cancer and suicide. The publication of the Health Service Executive's action plan for men's health 2024-2028 is a significant and important step … funding to carry out research into the gender life expectancy gap and develop appropriate responses. There is also a commitment to research, implement and evaluate cancer prevention and early detection initiatives, including in prostate cancer, and promote the uptake of the HPV vaccine for young men and boys

afterwards about this. There is also the reality of the very significant inequality for some women out there. Research published this year by the National Cancer Registry Ireland shows that 41% of women from deprived backgrounds have a much higher risk of death within five years of diagnosis

specialised respite and therapeutic centre for children with cancer and their families from across the island. In August, the Government announced an award of €16 million in funding for the Higher Education Authority, HEA, under the North-South research programme to support four multiyear research collaborations between higher

that when they reach out - if they go to a GP and if there is a fear of an illness, whether it is cancer or cardiac disease - there is rapid access to a diagnostic scan. That is not always the case. The facts are very stark in relation … commissioned by Movember - which was mentioned by the Minister and Minister of State - and by the Men's Health Forum in Ireland and research carried out at the South East Technological University in Waterford and Carlow. The HSE's men's health action plan says much the same

male and female life expectancy has narrowed in recent times, male life expectancy still falls behind women by 3.5 years in Ireland. The research tells us that 40% of all male deaths, prior to 75 years of age, in 2022 were considered premature. These deaths were 40% higher … Ireland. These are not just numbers, however. They are our fathers, our brothers, our sons and our friends. The impact of male-specific cancers is also well-documented and the incidences of both prostate and testicular cancer, particularly in young men, are on the increase. Therefore, we have

blocks. Each block stands for a blockage between North and South. For example, there are two air ambulance services not working together. Two cancer services are disjointed. Two university systems are working in isolation from each other and it goes on and on. Even if you look … Derry in the north west; they went for it being built on the other side of the Bann. I had the honour of researching and authoring the first committee report on the all-Ireland economy in Leinster House since partition. I interviewed about 100 people from all communities

aged men actually have the highest average suicide rate of any age group. Inequality, of course, and disadvantage also play a crucial part. Research from Scotland shows that men living in less well-off or more deprived areas are up to ten times more likely … have spoken about this, and I welcome her efforts. Certainly, however, a huge amount more needs to be done in this space. On cancer care, Deputy Cullinane referred to the difficulties in trying to understand how much extra funding is being allocated in respect of cancer care

There are too few primary care centres working in our communities. The scandal of people languishing on trolleys persists. Critical programmes, like the cancer strategy, have been starved of funding and regional disparities continue in the availability of acute care. Unfortunately, I heard nothing from the Ministers … greater supports for new innovation and Irish startups. This will be key to driving job creation, productivity and growth. Ireland's investment in research and development lags behind our European neighbours. It is essential that we catch up. Too much of Ireland’s investment in research and development

Department has undertaken, commissioned, or funded any research into reproductive health outcomes for racialised women in Ireland (details supplied); if so, to provide details with specific reference to maternal health, menopause, gynaecological disorders, and reproductive cancers; if not, if her Department has considered commissioning such studies