Results 17,261-17,280 of 46,081 for speaker:Simon Harris
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Data (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Speech and Language Therapy Provision (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on this matter.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Investigations (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: I have asked the HSE to reply to you on this issue as soon as possible.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Diabetes Strategy (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Cannabis for Medicinal Use (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: As the Deputy is aware, under existing legislation, medical practitioners who wish to prescribe cannabis for medical use may apply for a licence to do so. The Chief Medical Officer has advised that the granting of such a licence must be premised on an appropriate application being submitted to the Department of Health, which is endorsed by a consultant who is responsible for the management...
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Cannabis for Medicinal Use (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: In March, following the publication of the Health Products Regulatory Authority’s report ‘Cannabis for Medical Use – A Scientific Review’, I established an Expert Reference Group to advise on the development of a Cannabis for Medical Use Access Programme, for patients with certain medical conditions which have failed to respond to all standard treatments. The...
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Cannabis for Medicinal Use (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: As the Deputy is aware it is the decision of a clinician, in consultation with their patient, to prescribe or not prescribe a particular treatment, including cannabis for medical use, for a patient under their care. As Minister for Health I have no role in this clinical decision-making process. Under the Misuse of Drugs Act an Irish registered doctor, wishing to prescribe cannabis treatment...
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: I have been assured that the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) is committed to improving its services for all stakeholders. In that regard I am advised that an online portal has been developed for applicants seeking Recognised Institution status and this will significantly aid in the communication and interactions between PHECC and prospective applicants. I understand that...
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff Recruitment (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on this matter.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Reimbursement (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Mental Health Services (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Mental Health Services Staff (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Mental Health Services Staff (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Mental Health Services Staff (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: 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: Medical Inquiries (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: I propose to take Questions Nos. 413, 446 and 455 together. The information that the Deputies seek with regard to Thiaminase is not readily available. Therefore, I have asked the Health Products Regulatory Authority to investigate the matter and reply directly to each Deputy. However I think it is important to reiterate that the Health Products Regulatory Authority and the European...
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Death Certificates (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: In relation to the particular query raised, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: State Claims Agency Data (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: The State Claims Agency has advised that it settles very few claims which are subject to a confidentiality agreement with the exception of cases settled through mediation. The Agency does not formally record, on its IT system, the fact that any individual settlement is bound by a confidentiality clause. Therefore this information is not readily available.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Care Policy (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: As this is a service issue, I have asked the HSE to reply to you directly.
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Voluntary Sector Remuneration (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: Whilst it is understood that pay cuts were implemented in many section 39 organisations, it is not clear if these cuts were applied in a universally consistent manner across all section 39 agencies. So while staff may have been subject to cuts, it is not known if the cuts were to the same extent as those applied to public servants. There are significant cost implications to be considered....
- Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Prices (30 Jan 2018)
Simon Harris: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.