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SPEAK OR SURVIVE? Are survivors of sexual abuse properly supported when they come forward?

National

At least one in four people experience sexual abuse in childhood. About 80 per cent are abused by a person known to them; most often, a family member.

8 Backers raised €303 of €2150

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PARENT RIGHTS: Why are same-sex couples and other parents still in legal limbo with their own children?

Ireland

Four years after Ireland’s historic marriage equality vote, many same-sex couples and so-called ‘non-traditional families’ still face discrimination when it comes to their rights as parents.

9 Backers raised €380 of €750

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PRICE OF BEAUTY: Are people taking a risk when they opt for dermal fillers?

National

Dermal fillers have become one of the treatments of choice for people in Ireland wanting to rid themselves of wrinkles.

1 Backer raised €900 of €900

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OFF OUR TROLLEYS: Why does Ireland seem to get such poor value for the money it spends on healthcare?

National

Ireland’s hospitals and health system are plagued by long waiting lists and poor patient outcomes, even though we are told we spend more for healthcare per person than the vast majority of countries.

7 Backers raised €106 of €1750

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FOLLOWING THE HERD: Why are Meningitis C vaccination rates so far behind target in parts of Ireland?

National

For many parents, the word meningitis is enough to send shivers down their spine.

2 Backers raised €353 of €350

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LATE INTERVENTION: Why does it take over two years to get early intervention appointments for some children?

Ireland

Across the country, there are thousands of young children in need of early intervention.

9 Backers raised €1100 of €1100

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PROTECTING THE PROTECTORS: The mental health crisis in the Defence Forces.

National

Almost a year ago, the only psychiatrist working in the Defence Forces retired from his post.

2 Backers raised €252 of €250