Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I am familiar with these devices and they really are extraordinary. They are changing and will change the way we manage diabetes. The idea is that somebody can wear a sensor that can monitor his or her blood sugar without strips, pin pricks and all the things we have been used to for decades. I am glad that it is available for people under the age of 21. I do not know why it is not available to people over 21. Perhaps there is a reason for that. The Deputy is suggesting it is not a financial reason because the cost is much the same. It is something that I hope can be done but I do not know the reasoning behind it. I appreciate the Deputy's interest in the matter and the fact that he has raised it. I will take the matter up with the Minister for Health, Deputy Donnelly.

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