Paul Kehoe (Wexford, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

As the Deputy knows, malaria is probably one of the most dangerous diseases that anyone serving in sub-Saharan Africa can pick up. Lariam has been prescribed by the Chief Medical Officer, who states that it is the safest drug to prescribe to serving members. I am aware that the former Minister of Defence, Deputy Coveney, met a delegation from the action group that is against the use of Lariam in the past 12 to 18 months. Following the meeting, the group submitted a number of questions, which I am currently replying to. I know that the group has concerns about the use of Lariam but I can assure the Deputy that the Department has taken all safety measures into consideration when prescribing it.

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