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Addresses the reform of the medical indemnification system by the Irish government, especially the impact such reform will have on babies born with cerebral palsy. Introduction of a no-fault compensation scheme; Difficulty in determining a link between a child's brain damage and negligence; Decisions granted to parents regarding compensations and lawsuits. INSET: 'Litigation crisis in Ireland.

States that an umbrella group supporting the legalization of abortion in Ireland was inaugurated in November 1999. Abortion Reform representing 13 organizations; Goal of creating an environment in which abortion can be discussed; Reference to the so-called X case.

Focuses on opposition to the expansion of drug-addiction treatment facilities by the Eastern Health Board (EHB), the largest health authority in Ireland. How local businesses, residents, and anti-drug groups united against methadone clinics in their areas; Efforts of EHB to ease fear of crime in the communities.