Edel O'Halloran

Edel O'Halloran was a retired Army captain in the Defence Forces of Ireland, who tragically passed away at the age of 59 due to metastatic cervical cancer. Her death highlighted significant issues surrounding cervical cancer screening and the alleged misreading of her smear tests, which contributed to her delayed diagnosis and treatment. O'Halloran was a devoted mother of two and her story brought attention to the importance of accurate medical testing and the profound impact it can have on patients' lives.