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Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Second Stage (Resumed) (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I thank the Deputies for all their contributions to the Second Stage debate on the Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill. The provisions in the Bill will allay the fears of recipients of ex gratiaawards which have been approved by Government and which place them over the threshold for supports under the nursing homes support scheme. It would be most unfair if individuals who have endured...

Health (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2016: Referral to Select Committee (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I move:That the Bill be referred to the Select Committee on Health pursuant to Standing Orders 84A(3)(a) and 149(1) of the Standing Orders relative to Public Business.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Ambulance Service Provision (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I thank the Senator for raising what is a very important matter, not only in her area but also nationally. The National Ambulance Service has undergone a major programme of reform and innovation in recent years. The programme is ongoing. In 2016 additional funding of €7.2 million has been provided for the service which includes €2 million to fund new developments. The new...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Ambulance Service Provision (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I will convey the Senator's concerns about the position in Loughglinn and the additional resources required to the Department and the HSE. I will also convey her suggestion that the air ambulance service should be able to operate at night. It seems to make perfect sense and I will be very happy to convey it to those involved in the relevant areas.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Brexit Issues (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I thank the Senator for raising this important issue. He has been very clear in flagging the challenges we will face as a consequence of Brexit. I acknowledge that he has also been to the forefront in having the European Medicines Agency relocate to Ireland. The European Medicines Agency plays a very important role in the protection and promotion of public health through the scientific...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Brexit Issues (5 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The Government is concerned about the impact Brexit will have on the economy and society. While we can do a certain amount, there is also much that we cannot do or control. For this reason, we must try to mitigate the consequences of Brexit. No stone is being left unturned in our efforts to attract the European Medicines Agency to relocate here. The Senator's comments on engaging with the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Human Rights Cases (11 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I propose to take Questions Nos. 343, 344 and 386 together. The Department of Health in collaboration with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Office of the Attorney General is considering the views of the United Nations Human Rights Committee and will inform the Committee and the named individual's representatives of the State's response within the required timeframe. ...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Research Board (11 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The Health Research Board is the statutory agency under the aegis of my Department responsible for supporting and funding health research, information and evidence. It funds research in all areas including clinical, population health and health services research. The Health Research Board has advised my department that it has identified three research projects it previously supported for...

Leaders' Questions (12 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: He was not there.

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Nursing Home Accommodation Provision (12 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I thank the Senator for raising the issue. The Senator is referring to an individual who is an inpatient at St. Vincent’s University Hospital. The patient has finished his acute phase of treatment and is on the hospital’s delayed discharge list as requiring long-term residential care. Government policy is to support older people to remain in their own homes and communities...

Seanad: Commencement Matters: Nursing Home Accommodation Provision (12 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I understand the frustration on the part of the Senator and the family. It was not a waste of time for him to raise it given that we have new information. I find it surprising that nobody has received anything in writing and that this is news to the Senator and the family. When I return to my office I will contact the relevant section and ensure there is some form of written communication,...

Financial Resolutions 2017 - Financial Resolution No. 2: General (Resumed) (13 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Everyone is aware of the need to take more action to promote and improve health and well-being. It is clear from the results of the first wave of the Healthy Ireland survey launched late last year that there are many threats to the health and well-being of people living in Ireland. Obesity, tobacco consumption, alcohol abuse and physical inactivity rates are leading to increases in the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Gender Equality (13 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Programme (18 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I propose to take Questions Nos. 383 and 470 together. The Public Health (Alcohol) Bill remains a Government priority and a date of 26 October has been set for Committee Stage of the Bill in the Seanad. The aim of the Bill is to reduce consumption to the OECD average by 2020 (i.e. 9.1 litres of pure alcohol per capita) and the harms caused by alcohol. This is part of a suite of measures...

Services and Supports for People with Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease: Motion [Private Members] (19 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: It is clear from the contributions made on all sides of the House that everyone wants to do the best possible for those with dementia and that there is substantial agreement on what is required to give them the best quality of life. Only a few short years ago, dementia was hardly understood at all. While matters have improved, we are still well short of where we want to be. The key...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Obesity Strategy (19 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: My Department does not operate a grant scheme out of which such assistance could be provided.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Food Safety Standards (19 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Energy drinks refer to non-alcoholic drinks containing high levels of caffeine and other nutrient which are perceived or actual stimulants like ginseng. Many contain high levels of added sugars. Because high caffeine drinks are not recommended for certain population groups, specific EU labelling requirements apply for beverages exceeding 150mg/l of caffeine. The labelling must specify that...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Treatment Programmes (20 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The provision of services to prevent and treat addiction to alcohol is the responsibility of the Health Service Executive and as such, I have referred this question to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Tobacco Control Measures (25 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: At the request of the Secretariat to the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC), the World Health Organisation prepared a paper for the Conference of the Parties (COP7) that looks at health impacts, policy options, and how to measure the contents and emissions of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) and electronic non-nicotine delivery systems (ENNDS). The paper outlines...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Obesity Strategy (25 Oct 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The Obesity Policy provides an opportunity to work collectively, across Government, in different sectors, from the national level and down to community actions to support healthy lifestyles and reduce obesity. The Healthy Ireland Fund of 5 million euro will provide for projects in a variety of settings including education, local authorities, workplaces and communities. This will support...