Results 1,221-1,240 of 2,674 for speaker:John Moloney
- Hospital Services. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I take account of the concerns the Deputies are reflecting on behalf of the families, and I want to respond as honestly as I can. I must come back to the point, however, that the hospital is committed to working within its service plan and I believe it will do so. Either way, the HSE is working closely with Our Lady's Children's Hospital to achieve an agreed programme of savings, totalling...
- Hospital Services. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I would not belittle that statement, as it is very important to be able to assure parents that talk of cutbacks are not relevant where it is a matter of life that is at stake.
- Hospital Services. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I accept that, but it is also important to nail down the specific commitment in that regard. The hospital's medical team continues to prioritise each patient on the basis of clinical need.
- Hospital Services. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I do not want to be adding to the response as prepared but it is fair to emphasise that the hospital has said it can remain within its service plan and deliver on the commitments in that. The hospital does not discuss - I take the points raised by Deputy White - individual patient cases due to confidentiality agreements with the patient and family. I understand that the family in the case...
- Sexual Abuse Inquiry. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: Again, I apologise to Deputy O'Dowd that the Minister, Deputy Mary Harney, is not available this evening. In 1995, the Irish Medical Council instigated a fitness to practise inquiry but this was delayed pending the outcome of separate legal proceedings, including criminal and judicial review proceedings. Following a Supreme Court judgment in July 2008, the Medical Council recommenced an...
- Sexual Abuse Inquiry. (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: Instead the Minister believes that our focus should be on supporting those affected and ensuring that every possible protection is given to vulnerable people in the future. I have been informed by the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform that gardaà are continuing to investigate complaints relevant to this case, and the investigation has the assistance of members of the Garda...
- Written Answers — Mental Health Services: Mental Health Services (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: The Government commitment under Towards 2016 was for the establishment of 300 Primary Care Teams by 2008; 400 by 2009; and 500 by 2011. The HSE has identified a requirement for 530 Primary Care Teams and 134 Health and Social Care Networks to be developed by 2011 as part of its four year Transformation Programme. The roll out of Primary Care Teams and Networks will be achieved by assigning...
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply. Question No. 110 answered with Question No. 94.
- Written Answers — Departmental Funding: Departmental Funding (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: As this is a service matter the question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: As this is a service matter the question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
- Written Answers — Services for People with Disabilities: Services for People with Disabilities (16 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: The provision of rehabilitative training to persons with a disability who have reached 18 years of age is the responsibility of the Department of Health and Children and the Health Service Executive. With regard to the specific issue of availability of day places, the Department of Health and Children and the HSE are aware of the particular needs of school leavers in September 2009. The HSE,...
- Cancer Treatment Services. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: As the Minister, Deputy Harney, cannot be here this evening, I will reply to the Deputy's matter. I welcome the opportunity to address the House on the issue of cancer services in Galway. Contrary to some recent claims, I can assure Deputies that the viability of University Hospital Galway as a designated cancer centre under the national cancer control programme will not be affected by the...
- Cancer Treatment Services. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I am outlining the funding that has been allocated. A new theatre located in the main hospital block for dedicated use by the breast service is expected to be commissioned within the next two weeks.
- Cancer Treatment Services. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: Services are led by a team of surgeons with a special interest in breast disease supported by a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals, including radiologists, pathologists, nursing, laboratory and allied health professionals. Mammography and breast ultrasound are on site in the breast clinic to facilitate ease of access to triple assessment for patients. UCHG also provides an...
- General Medical Services Scheme. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I thank Deputy McCormack for raising this matter on the Adjournment and apologise that the Minister, Deputy Harney, cannot be here this evening. The assessment of eligibility for medical cards and GP visit cards is statutorily a matter for the HSE. Eligibility is determined following an examination of the means of the applicant and his or her dependents. Up to the start of this year,...
- General Medical Services Scheme. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: That is the commitment we have made. There are no plans to close any of the local health offices that currently process medical card and GP visit card applications. However, the process will involve a reassignment of existing staff within the Health Service Executive. Local health offices will continue to provide advice and necessary supports to persons applying for medical cards and GP...
- Health Service Reform. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I am taking this Adjournment matter on behalf of my colleague, the Minister for Health and Children, Deputy Harney. The Government's strategy, Primary Care: A New Direction, is the roadmap for the development of primary care services over a period of ten to 15 years. The development of such services is an essential component of the health service reform process. As the Deputy observed, it...
- Post Office Network. (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: I apologise to Deputy Chris Andrews that the Minister was unavailable to take this matter. As he will be aware, the issue of social isolation is not a new phenomenon, nor, in light of its broad-ranging impact, is it one in respect of which the Department of Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs has sole responsibility. I am sure the Deputy will accept that the causes of social isolation...
- Written Answers — Suicide Incidence: Suicide Incidence (17 Jun 2009)
John Moloney: The recommendations of the Joint Committee on Health and Children regarding the 'High Level of Suicide in Irish Society' published in 2006 and the Committee's recent updated Report are consistent with the actions identified in 'Reach Out' the National Strategy for Action on Suicide Prevention 2005 -2014. The HSE, through the National Office for Suicide Prevention (NOSP), oversees the...