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Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection
Green Party Councillor Lauren Kendall shares her breast cancer diagnosis to raise awareness of symptoms and urge women to seek prompt GP advice. She also says she waited six weeks for imaging and over 80 days for a treatment plan, and calls for more open conversations about breast health.
Health Issue: Councillor Lauren Kendall's breast cancer diagnosis Original release: Green Party Councillor Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis to Raise Awareness and Urge Early Detection (opens in a new tab)
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Jessica Johnston officially installed as Deputy Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council
Alliance councillor Jessica Johnston has been installed as Deputy Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, the first Alliance representative to hold the role. She says she will promote youth political engagement, sport and exercise, and the Macmillan Move More Programme for…
Local government Health Original release: Jessica Johnston officially installed as Deputy Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council (opens in a new tab)
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Guy pays tribute to those campaigning for Harry’s Law.
Alliance MLA Michelle Guy pays tribute to Deirdre Shakespeare and her family for their strength and dedication after the release of an ombudsman findings on the treatment of Harry, her son.
Health Disability and equality Original release: Guy pays tribute to those campaigning for Harry’s Law. (opens in a new tab)
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Grief must not become taboo as we mark our collective loss on Day of Reflection, says Bradshaw
Alliance Executive Office spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA says the Day of Reflection on Sunday should honour pandemic dead while focusing on better support for bereaved people still struggling. She urges practical help and memorials for those still grieving.
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No one should suffer in silence, says Donnelly, marking International Men’s Day
Alliance councillor Stephen Donnelly for Omagh urges men to seek support rather than struggle alone, marking International Men's Day. The release is general commentary on men's wellbeing and does not respond to a specific development.
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More jobs and further upskilling must be a priority for Allied Health Professionals, say Alliance representatives, ahead of AHP Day
Alliance MLAs Paula Bradshaw and Danny Donnelly commend Allied Health Professionals ahead of AHP Day on 14 October, welcoming NIAS plans to recruit 48 paramedics by September 2024. Donnelly says the AHP Strategy calls for workforce training, staff retention and restructuring to sustain services.
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A restored Executive must preserve the principles of NHS, says Alliance representatives
Alliance Health Spokesperson Paula Bradshaw MLA and East Antrim MLA Danny Donnelly thank health and social care workers on the NHS’s 75th anniversary and call for a restored Assembly to transform and safeguard Health and Social Care for the future.
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It’s time to break the stigma surrounding baby and pregnancy loss, says Kelly
Alliance Councillor Michelle Kelly, Deputy Lord Mayor of Belfast, calls for an end to the stigma around baby and pregnancy loss and more awareness of available support, marking the close of Baby Loss Awareness Week. She announces a Remembrance Tree at Belfast City Hall, created with Aching Arms…
Health Local government Original release: It’s time to break the stigma surrounding baby and pregnancy loss, says Kelly (opens in a new tab)