Emer Higgins (Dublin Mid West, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have raised previously in the Chamber the provision of menopause supports. I do so again today because right now the women of Ireland are experiencing a shortage of hormone replacement therapy, HRT, medicine. It is a matter of huge concern to women who rely on HRT to combat menopause symptoms, especially those who experience severe symptoms. Currently, however, we are seeing extreme shortages, which are impacting people's lives. We see similar medication shortages in respect of paracetamol, and just yesterday I saw reports of shortages of hay fever medication such as Piriton. Last month I was told via a response to a parliamentary question that the Health Products Regulatory Authority would continue to liaise with suppliers of HRT medicine in the coming weeks with a view to securing commitments on supplies. What is the update on that?

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