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Ambulance Service (5 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: I very much appreciate the concerns raised by the Deputies. As I stated in my reply, the HSE ambulance service is committed to better management of absenteeism. Quite clearly, there was an issue recently and that level of service is a matter of concern. I am willing to undertake to convey the concerns expressed by both Deputies to the Minister for Health.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (5 Jul 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 — General Practitioner Services: General Practitioner Services (5 Jul 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 — Medicinal Products: Medicinal Products (5 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: Roaccutane (active substance, isotretinoin) is authorised for treating severe forms of acne which have been resistant to other standard therapies. It should only be prescribed by or under the supervision of doctors with expertise in using the product and with a full understanding of the risks of therapy and the monitoring requirements. Under European and Irish legislation, all medicinal...

Written Answers — Long-Term Illness Scheme: Long-Term Illness Scheme (5 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The Programme for Government commits to reforming the current public health system by introducing Universal Health Insurance with equal access to care for all. As part of this, the Government is committed to introducing, on a phased basis, GP care without fees within its first term of office. Primary legislation is required to give effect to Government commitment to introduce a universal GP...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (5 Jul 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 Budget: Motion [Private Members] (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: I move amendment No. 1: To delete all words after "Dáil Éireann" and substitute the following: "— noting that the Health Service Executive (HSE) is facing a significant challenge in 2012 given the need to set expenditure levels within the parameters of the National Recovery Plan; — acknowledging the significant reductions which the health sector has experienced over the last three...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (10 Jul 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 (10 Jul 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 — General Medical Services Scheme: General Medical Services Scheme (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: Section 11 of the General Medical Services (GMS) GP Capitation Contract, which was introduced in 1989, provides that the medical practitioner shall provide for eligible persons, on behalf of the Health Service Executive, all proper and necessary treatment of a kind usually undertaken by a general practitioner and not requiring special skill or experience of a degree or kind which general...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Drugs Payment Scheme: Drugs Payment Scheme (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Pharmacy Services: Pharmacy Services (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: I propose to take Questions Nos. 494 and 495 together. Pharmacists perform an important role in the safe dispensing and use of medicines, including providing advice, information and counselling to patients. As a result, it is essential that pharmacists undergo comprehensive education and training in order to provide the best patient care. The minimum requirements for the education and...

Written Answers — Dental Services: Dental Services (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Dental Services: Dental Services (10 Jul 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 (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Medicinal Products: Medicinal Products (10 Jul 2012)

Róisín Shortall: Shortages of essential medicines are currently a cause of concern not just in Ireland but throughout Europe and the rest of the world. It is a problem affecting health systems in all countries and impacting on patients world-wide. Medicines shortages can be the result of one, several or any combination of factors throughout the pharmaceutical supply chain such as manufacturing difficulties,...