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Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I start by thanking Deputy Lahart for raising this matter. I join him in offering my sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Waqqar Ali, as well as the doctor's friends and colleagues, some of who were in touch with me today to share very kind words about their colleague and what an extraordinary man and dedicated doctor he was. Along with Deputy Lahart I saw the interviews with the...

Saincheisteanna Tráthúla - Topical Issue Debate: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I thank Deputy Lahart for that. I think we have covered the issue but it is worth repeating that the scheme that will be brought in will be for all front-line workers. It includes section 38 organisations, section 39 organisations and nursing homes. Many people who are working in nursing homes do not have these protections. We will make sure that they have them. The Deputy referenced...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Deputy is aware, Phase 4 of the Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business, due to commence on 20 July has been paused and is now planned to start on 10 August 2020, subject to Government approval. Information and advice about the restrictions that have been eased as part of Phase 3 and the measures that are now in place are available on the Government website at . As part of Phase 4...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) continues to examine all emerging evidence as it arises and has provided advice relating to face coverings on an ongoing basis. NPHET advises the wearing of a non-medical face covering in a number of circumstances which include: - when on public transport - when in indoor public areas including retail outlets - by people visiting the homes of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I wish to assure the Deputy that my Department appreciates the challenges experienced by those with medical difficulties. I would like to thank the Deputy for raising this issue and I have asked my officials to examine the matter further. The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) continues to examine all emerging evidence as it arises and has provided advice relating to face coverings...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Deputy is no doubt aware, the extremely medically vulnerable along with those over 70 are at a very high risk of severe illness from COVID-19 and are advised to follow cocooning measures in order to keep themselves safe. However, it is important that people who are cocooning feel empowered to exercise their own judgement regarding the extent to which they consider the cocooning...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the HSE had to take measures to pause most elective scheduled care activity with effect from the end March 2020. This was to ensure patient safety and that all appropriate resources were made available for Covid-19 related activity and time-critical essential work. This decision was in line with the advice issued by National Public Health Emergency Team...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health (General Practitioner Service and Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) Bill 2020 was published on 1 July. This Bill provides, amongst other things, for the necessary legislative amendments to increase the weekly gross medical card income limits for those aged 70 and over to €550 per week for a single person (currently €500 per week) and to €1,050 for a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disability Services Funding (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The Government is committed to providing services and supports for people with disabilities which will empower them to live independent lives, provide greater independence in accessing the services they choose, and enhance their ability to tailor the supports required to meet their needs and plan their lives. Specialist disability services are provided by a range of organisations....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Long-Term Illness Scheme (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Care of the Elderly (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: A key commitment in the Programme for Government is the implementation of the National Dementia Care Strategy, which aims to improve how we provide care for people living with dementia. The HSE's National Service Plan 2020 allocates approximately €9 million per annum for intensive home care packages, of which about €7.9 million is earmarked for dementia-specific packages....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the HSE had to take measures to pause most elective scheduled care activity with effect from the end March 2020. This was to ensure patient safety and that all appropriate resources were made available for Covid-19-related activity and time-critical essential work. This decision was in line with the advice issued by National Public Health Emergency Team...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the HSE had to take measures to pause most elective scheduled care activity with effect from the end March 2020. This was to ensure patient safety and that all appropriate resources were made available for Covid-19 related activity and time-critical essential work. This decision was in line with the advice issued by National Public Health Emergency Team...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (22 Jul 2020)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (22 Jul 2020)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Access (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this question relates to a service matter, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond directly to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the HSE had to take measures to pause most elective scheduled care activity with effect from the end March 2020. This was to ensure patient safety and that all appropriate resources were made available for Covid-19 related activity and time-critical essential work. This decision was in line with the advice issued by National Public Health Emergency Team...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (22 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Deputy is aware, the Government deferred the move to Phase 4 of the Roadmap for Reopening Society & Business to Monday, 10 August 2020, subject to improvements in the health indicators identified in the Framework for Future Decision-Making described in the Roadmap. Phase 4 was to see the easing of the current restrictions in place as they apply to pubs, bars, and nightclubs...