Thalidomide was a drug developed in Germany in the 1950s as a tranquilliser and was promoted to help treat morning sickness during pregnancy.
Evidence later emerged of its link to birth defects, and it was withdrawn from most markets in 1961 – however it was still sold in Ireland until 1964.
Here in Ireland, just 40 survivors remain alive today.
After decades of campaigning, they and their families are still waiting on a State apology.
Credit to : Social Democrats
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