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Topical Issue Debate: Registration of Nurses (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: When agencies work for the common good, although I think we have lost that concept of the common good, and we have a great need on one side and people prepared to work on the other but there are barriers in their way, there must be a flexible approach in order that we can do things in a more timely and speedy manner while still maintaining public safety. To build up resources to meet demand,...

Topical Issue Debate: Vaccination Programme (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: I thank Deputy Stanton for raising this issue as it provides me with an opportunity to update the House on the matter. It is a serious issue. I acknowledge the impact on those diagnosed with narcolepsy who had previously received a pandemic influenza vaccine as well as the impact on their families. As Deputies are aware, immunisation is a simple and effective way of protecting children...

Topical Issue Debate: Vaccination Programme (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: This condition has a wide-ranging impact in terms of the ability to drive, travel alone and live independently. It has a major impact which is unimaginable. Higher education access and supports are available. Students with narcolepsy can access the disability access route to education, a college and university scheme which allows enhanced access to third level education for pupils with...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services Funding (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The overall gross non-capital mental health budget for 2011- 2015 is as follows: 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 €920 million €711 million €737 million €766 million €792 million Included in the above figures is a total of €125 million in new ring-fenced funding which this Government has provided for mental health services since 2012, to develop and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Long-Term Illness Scheme Coverage (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Long Term Illness (LTI) Scheme was established under Section 59(3) of the Health Act, 1970 (as amended). Regulations were made in 1971, 1973 and 1975 specifying the conditions covered by the LTI Scheme, which are as follows: Acute Leukaemia; Mental handicap; Cerebral Palsy; Mental Illness (in a person under 16); Cystic Fibrosis; Multiple Sclerosis; Diabetes Insipidus; Muscular...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Services for People with Disabilities (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The reconfiguration of adult day services as outlined in New Directions - the report of the National Working Group for the Review of HSE-funded Adult Day Servicessets out an approach to the provision of day services for adults with disabilities which is based on the principles of person-centredness, community inclusion, active citizenship and high quality service provision. New Directions...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible. The Health Service Executive operates the General Medical Services scheme, which includes medical cards and GP visit cards, under the Health Act 1970, as amended. It has established a dedicated contact service for members of the Oireachtas specifically for queries relating...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible. The Health Service Executive operates the General Medical Services scheme, which includes medical cards and GP visit cards, under the Health Act 1970, as amended. It has established a dedicated contact service for members of the Oireachtas specifically for queries relating...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Autism Support Services (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The particular issue raised by the Deputy is a service matter for the Health Service Executive. Accordingly I have arranged for the question to be referred to the HSE for direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service issue this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply. If you have not received a reply with 15 working days, please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service issue this question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply. If you have not received a reply with 15 working days, please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Reviews (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible. The Health Service Executive operates the General Medical Services scheme, which includes medical cards and GP visit cards, under the Health Act 1970, as amended. It has established a dedicated contact service for members of the Oireachtas specifically for queries relating to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Availability (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive (HSE) has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicinal products under the community drug schemes in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. Prior to reimbursing any medicine, the HSE considers a range of statutory criteria including clinical need, cost-effectiveness and the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Services Provision (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Home Help Service Data (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: I propose to take Questions Nos. 208 and 209 together. As these are service matters they have been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centre Provision (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: I propose to take Questions Nos. 213 to 216, inclusive, together. The HSE has responsibility for the provision, maintenance and operation of Primary Care Centres. Therefore, these matters have been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Closures (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Your question has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply as the delivery of the health care infrastructure is a service matter. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office who will follow up.

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Earlier this year a Memorandum of Understanding was agreed by the Department of Health, HSE and the Irish Medical Organisation on a process of negotiation on a new GP contract. The provision of safe, rational and cost-effective prescribing, including effective medicines management, is one of the topics included in the outline scope of these negotiations. The HSE Medicines Management...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospitals Building Programme (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: I propose to take Questions Nos. 220 to 222, inclusive, together. Your question has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply as the delivery of the health care infrastructure is a service matter. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office who will follow up.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Aids and Appliances Provision (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply to the Deputy. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he can contact my Private Office and they will follow the matter up with the HSE.