Micheál Martin (Cork South-Central, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

In relation to the Deputy's general comments, a lot of huge advances have been made in our health service as well. In fact, through the various layers of management on hospital sites now, we know a great deal of data is being collected in respect of individual patients once they enter a hospital and go in for particular treatment. A lot of information is garnered in respect of every individual patient nowadays. There is a need for further investment in digital health and electronic patient records. In the upcoming national development plan, we are going to allocate substantial funding in addition to that already spent in relation to this issue. This is necessary. The health Vote in 2025 is €25.8 billion.

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