Talk on controversial vaccine held in Cork this evening
A public talk on the controversial cervical cancer vaccine Gardasil takes place in Ballincollig this evening..
The talk which is being hosted by the Irish Cancer Society is part of a series being rolled out around the country which are being addressed by expert speakers.
The information campaign was launched after concerns were raised about the drop in the number of schoolgirls receiving Gardasil due to concerns about the side effects of the vaccine.
Cork based consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Matt Hewitt says concerns about the vaccine are unfounded and he is due to address the talk this evening
Speaking to RedFM News Dr Hewitt says cervical cancer kills and it is an entirely preventable disease.
The meeting takes place at Oriel House, Ballincollig this evening at 6.30
More from Cork
-
Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
-
Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
-
International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
-
UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
-
Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
-
UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries