Resulting from prolonged or obstructed labour, the consequences can be lifelong

Test case out of more than 100 cases alleging abuse will go ahead in High Court

Drogheda hospital order insurers have already settled more than 200 abuse claims

The pattern is clear: Rome’s instinct in these cases is to minimise

Report by Clare sister claimed such abuse took place in 22 countries, including Ireland

A new project highlights some of those who broke ground for women medics in Ireland and overseas

Born: May 29th, 1946. Died: October 22nd, 2017

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Singer met Sr Anne Carr in Malawi in 2002 and wrote ‘Crumbs from Your Table’ about her

To mark the Rising, an exhibition looks at the Irish contribution to the East African state

Poverty persists in Kenyan capital while violence against women is at epidemic levels

‘Surgical success was only the beginning - Sr Ward knew that her young patients needed friendship and support’

The former nun has pledged to develop a template for care for dying that could be used all across Africa

Obituary: Nun made a significant contribution to the Irish missionary effort

Maura O’Donohoe: March 2nd, 1933 - May 3rd, 2015