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Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service delivery matter, I have referred the question to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: A green list of locations with similar epidemiological situations to Ireland’s has been published. The green list will ensure that the appropriate public health measures apply based on the assessed level of risk in the country a person has travelled from. Persons arriving from these locations will not be advised to restrict their movements on arrival into Ireland. Decisions on...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: It is of course desirable that the impact of Covid-19 on the pregnancy and birthing experience of women and their families is kept to an absolute minimum.  The National Women & Infants Health Programme has provided assurance that the midwifery and obstetrical community are acutely aware of the important support provided by partners or companions and that they wish to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (29 Jul 2020)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centres (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 280 to 282, inclusive, together. As the HSE has responsibility for the provision, along with the maintenance and operation of Primary Care Centres and other Primary Care facilities, the Executive has been asked to reply directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE National Immunisation Office is responsible for managing vaccine procurement and distribution, and developing training and communication materials for the public and health professionals.  As the question raised by the Deputy is a matter for the National Immunisation Office, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy on this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I would like to assure the Deputy that my Department appreciates the concerns around face coverings with regard to those who may not be in a position to wear them for medical reasons. 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...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Freedom of Information (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The following table sets out, as of 27 July 2020, the number of Freedom of Information requests currently active (being processed) in my Department.  From these requests, it also sets out: the number of requests that have had a Section 14 extension applied (20 additional working days); the number of requests which are up to one week overdue; up to two weeks overdue; up to three...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Cancer Services (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The Government’s goal is to bring about the eradication of HPV-related cancers in Ireland.  A well organised screening programme, when combined with HPV vaccination for boys and girls, will help to achieve that goal. The Programme for Government commits to supporting the CervicalCheck Screening Programme and promoting the uptake of the HPV vaccine. In 2009, the National...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Occupational Therapy (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 296 and 297 together. As these questions relates to service matters, I have arranged for the questions to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Car Parks (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: On 19th March 2020, the HSE directed hospitals and healthcare facilities to immediately suspend parking charges for staff for the duration of the Covid-19 National Public Health Emergency.  I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly with regard to the queries raised, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service issue, I have asked the Health Service Executive to reply to you directly. 

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to reply to you directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services (29 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. As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 302 and 303 together. Close consideration has been given by Government to policy in relation to overseas travel, including to additional measures to be put in place at airports and ports to strengthen existing arrangements.  Our next steps in relation to international travel will include development of an electronic passenger locator form and a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Screening Programmes (29 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Further to my response to a PQ received from the Deputy in relation to this issue last week, a meeting of the NSAC took place on 17 July 2020 where the Committee considered (1) the addition of ADA-SCID to the blood spot screening programme and (2) a change in the screening pathway of the Diabetic RetinaScreen programme. I still await the outcome of the discussions of the Committee....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (29 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 (29 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: Hospital Waiting Lists (29 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...