Results 7,961-7,980 of 24,567 for speaker:Róisín Shortall
- Written Answers — National Treatment Purchase Fund: National Treatment Purchase Fund (14 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (14 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Health Service Staff (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: Could.
- Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: I thank Deputy Kelleher for raising this issue as I know this is a matter of concern to all Members which I very much share. Last July, the HSE centralised the processing of medical card applications and reviews at the primary care reimbursement service, PCRS, in Finglas, Dublin. The aim is to have a single uniform processing system to replace the different systems previously operated...
- Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: When the case the Deputy just referred to was first brought to my attention on Monday morning when the parliamentary question came in, I dealt with it promptly. I too was concerned about the manner in which it had been dealt with. The errors made in that unfortunate response from the PCRS were not as a result of any policy change but human error. It should not have happened. I was...
- Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: Apart from the changes I outlined, an additional 20 staff were made available to the PCRS to bring it to its full complement of 150. Members should be aware of the important provision that if a person engages with the HSE on the renewal process, he or she will not lose eligibility during that period. We are seeking to explain clearly that there will be no question of eligibility being...
- Drug Treatment Programme (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: I thank Deputies à Snodaigh and Joan Collins for raising this issue, which is a matter of concern to all local Deputies. The Aisling Clinic is located in the grounds of the Cherry Orchard Hospital in Ballyfermot. The centre provides a range of integrated addiction services for those affected by substance misuse, in particular, polydrug use. The services available at the clinic include...
- Drug Treatment Programme (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: I accept the points made by the Deputies. This issue just came to my attention this afternoon. I have been in the Chamber since 2.30 p.m. today so I did not have a chance to research the matter. I am told there is no plan to move all of the services to Clondalkin and Dr. Steeven's Hospital, so that is not being proposed. I do not have any information with me regarding the possibility of...
- Health Promotion (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: I thank Deputy O'Donovan for raising this issue. The global epidemic of obesity is a major public health problem throughout Europe, and 61% of Irish adults are now overweight or obese. The high levels of obesity in all age groups of the Irish population are increasing. It is not just a problem for adults but we now have the dreadful situation where one in four children is overweight or...
- Health Promotion (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: The development of the new public health policy, which will be finalised in the middle of this year, will concentrate on the issue of lifestyle and the implications for a person's health and well-being. There will be an emphasis on getting across that message to young people in particular. This is not a matter just for the Department of Health; all other Departments need to play their...
- Written Answers — Medicinal Products: Medicinal Products (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: Cannabis is designated as a Schedule 1 controlled drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977. As the law currently stands, it is not possible for cannabis-based medicinal products such as Sativex to be prescribed by a medical practitioner in Ireland. I am aware that claims have been made in respect of the possible health benefits of cannabis-based medicinal products for patients suffering from...
- Written Answers — Primary Care Strategy: Primary Care Strategy (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: The HSE has developed a new Primary Care and Mental Health Centre in Ballyfermot which will provide a focal point for the provision of primary, community and continuing care services in the immediate area. This facility is on schedule to open during the first quarter of 2012. The HSE Integrated Service Area (ISA) Dublin South Central (formerly Community Care Areas 3 and 5) has, in line with...
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: A review of the medical card processing service is under way at the moment and the issues raised by the Deputy are being examined as part of this process. The review will be completed in a few weeks time.
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Water Fluoridation: Water Fluoridation (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: The estimated annual spend for fluoridation nationally in 2011 is â¬3,865,406, broken down as follows: Operational costs â¬2,392,266, Acid costs â¬1,387,561, Capital costs â¬85,579
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Medical Aids and Appliances: Medical Aids and Appliances (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.
- Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (15 Feb 2012)
Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.