Declan Breathnach (Louth, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

Will the Minister categorically state to the House that any proposed changes that may be in the pipeline will not impact on the stated outcomes of any previous strategy? We committed to a reduction in mortality of up to 30%, a reduction in cardiac events, to cut cardiac readmissions by almost one third and, of course, most importantly, to improve the health and quality of life of our citizens, and this has been cost-effective. There is a worry that carrying out an experimental model in the community may impact on and reduce the quality and safety of care for patients. I ask the Minister to ensure investment in our current system, with a full multidisciplinary team, continues and will be enhanced.

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