Written answers

Wednesday, 29 February 2012

Department of Social Protection

Social Welfare Code

9:00 pm

Photo of Brendan GriffinBrendan Griffin (Kerry South, Fine Gael)
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Question 116: To ask the Minister for Social Protection if migraine will be recognised as a disability for those who suffer frequent and severe migraines; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [11665/12]

Photo of Joan BurtonJoan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Migraine is accepted as a certifiable medical condition. Eligibility to illness related benefit/allowance is determined by its severity and expected duration. The medical assessment is made in accordance with the Department's evidence based medical guidelines and protocols.

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