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Towards universal healthcare in Ireland – what can we learn from the literature?

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  • Connolly, Sheelah & Wren, Maev-Ann, 2023. "Towards universal healthcare in Ireland – what can we learn from the literature?," Research Series, Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), number SUSTAT121, June.
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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.26504/sustat121
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