Noël Browne
Noël Browne was an influential Irish politician and physician who served as Minister for Health from 1948 to 1951. He is best known for proposing the mother-and-child scheme, which aimed to provide free healthcare for mothers and children, a progressive initiative that faced fierce opposition from the Catholic Church and ultimately led to his resignation. His legacy continues to resonate within discussions about health and women's rights in Ireland.
Born on Jul 20, 1915 (110 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 2,966 | $5,100 | 3$ |
| Totals | 1 | 5,030,000 | 2,966 | $5,100 | 3$ |
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Ireland:
Noël Browne described the presidency as a 'glass cage' or 'goldfish bowl'.
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Ireland:
As minister for health between 1948 and 1951, he backed the mother-and-child scheme, which would have provided free healthcare for all mothers and children up to the age of 16.
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