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The ITS was formed to support education and research into respiratory disease and its management on the island of Ireland. It also promotes awareness amongst the public and relevant authorities of related public health issues including smoking, pollution and occupational factors.


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Opt-Out Organ Donation Consent System

The Irish Thoracic Society supports the introduction of an Opt-Out Organ Donation Consent System.  Briefing Paper –  Human Tissue Bill IDN from members of the Irish Donors Network.

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European Citizen’s Initiative for a Tobacco Free Europe.

The Irish Thoracic Society supports a European Citizen’s Initiative for a Tobacco Free Europe which aims to achieve the first European tobacco free generation and a tobacco free environment by 2030. 1 million signatures are needed across Europe.  Ireland needs to reach 9,165 signatures. ECITFE TFRI News Release January 2023 Information About European Citizens’ Initiative […]

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The Irish Thoracic Society Award for Outstanding Contribution to Respiratory Medicine

The Irish Thoracic Society Award for Outstanding Contribution to Respiratory Medicine was presented to Professor Shane O’Neill  at the  ITS Gala Dinner. Pictured:  Prof. Gerry McElvaney and Prof. Shane O’Neill  

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ITS Report

Respiratory Health of the Nation 2018

A report written by Dr Máire O’Connor, Ms Eimir Hurley, Ms Suzanne McCormack & Professor Terry O’Connor on behalf of the Irish Thoracic Society.

Please click the link below to view the report.

Respiratory Health of the Nation 2018

"A History of the Irish Thoracic Society"

Our new book – “A History of the Irish Thoracic Society” was recently published. You can view a digital version here or contact us to request a copy of the book. Listen to an interview with  Professor Muiris FitzGerald on Newstalk’s ‘Talking History’ here.