An outpouring of tributes have been paid to Cervical Check campaigner Vicky Phelan after she passed away on Monday morning.
The 48-year-old mum of two died at Milford Hospice in Limerick after a long battle with cancer.
Floods of people have taken to social media to pay tribute to Vicky, who is remembered as a "courageous" woman who fought for the women of Ireland.
Taking to Twitter, one person wrote: "Rip Vicky Phelan. Gracious and strong when you were so badly let down. Thats heartbreaking news on a Monday morning"
Columba Books wrote: "We are heartbroken to hear the news of Vicky Phelan's passing. A courageous woman, her legacy will forever live on in all our hearts in Ireland and beyond.
"May the sound of water find you in heaven.
“Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam”.
Another said: "RIP Vicky Phelan. A incredibly courageous woman who will live on in our hearts and in the history of this country."
"What an amazing, courageous and determined woman," wrote a fourth.
Vicky was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2014, having undergone a smear test in 2011 showing no abnormalities.
An internal CervicalCheck audit found the original smear check result to be wrong.
In April 2018, she settled a High Court action for €2.5m with Clinical Pathology Labs US, without admission of liability.
Acknowledging the immense work Vicky undertook to raise awareness surrounding cervical cancer and Cervical Checks failings, one person said: "Heartbreaking!!
"What an incredible woman, who leaves a lasting legacy behind her.
"A hero for the women of Ireland.
"Rest in Peace Vicky".
A second said: "Thank you Vicky. From the women of Ireland, we owe you a debt of gratitude. You fought for yourself, for your family and for Irish women. An amazing woman.
"May you rest in peace."
While a third wrote: "Vicky Phelan was everyone's mother, sister and daughter and friend. Such a courageous and generous person to share her life and thoughts with us and shine a light on chronic illnesses and our medical system. Condolences to Vicky's family and friends. RIP."
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