Book review: An Unholy Trinity: Medicine, Politics and Religion in Ireland

Surgeon Liam Kirwan has taken an historical look at the role of religion on Ireland’s healthcare system. He talks about where we are today to Colette Sheridan.

Book review: An Unholy Trinity: Medicine, Politics and Religion in Ireland
Sat, 25 Mar, 2017 - 00:00
Colette Sheridan

Liam Kirwan

Liffey Press, €19.95

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