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Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (24 May 2022)

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: Health Services (24 May 2022)

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: Health Services Staff (24 May 2022)

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 Waiting Lists (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. In relation to the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is an operational matter for the Health Service Executive, I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Schemes (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: 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, prescribing 16 illnesses covered by the scheme. These are: acute leukaemia; mental handicap; cerebral palsy; mental illness (in a person under 16); cystic fibrosis; multiple sclerosis; diabetes insipidus; muscular dystrophies; diabetes...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Aids and Appliances (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE has statutory responsibility for pricing and reimbursement decisions under the community schemes, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. Therefore, this matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Investigations (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this Parliamentary Question relates to an operational matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Facilities (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Saolta University Health Care Group has advised that they are working with the hospital manager on contingency measures in relation to the cessation of the mobile Cath Lab Service at Letterkenny University Hospital.  The National Cardiac Services Review is in the final stages and is due to be published shortly.  This review will set out the roadmap for future delivery for...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period. To recognise their unique role during the pandemic, the Government announced a COVID-19 recognition payment for frontline public sector healthcare workers. Eligibility guidelines for this payment, as applies in HSE and Section 38 organisations, were published by...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: In relation to the particular query raised, 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: General Practitioner Services (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: GPs are self-employed practitioners and therefore may establish practices at a place of their own choosing. There is no prescribed ratio of GPs to patients and the State does not regulate the number of GPs that can set up in a town or community. Under the GMS scheme, the HSE contracts GPs to provide medical services without charge to medical card and GP visit card...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Department has been advised by the HSE that the External Review Team are currently seeking  legal opinion.  Communication has issued to the families advising them of the further delay. The Department is continuing to engage with the HSE in relation to progress on this matter. As this Parliamentary Question relates to an operational matter it has been referred to the HSE for...

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Maternity Hospital (24 May 2022)

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: Health Services Staff (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: In relation to the particular query raised, 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: Dental Services (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Dental Treatment Services Scheme (DTSS) is the national dental scheme for medical card holders over the age of 16. Services are provided by private dentists who hold a contract with the HSE. Following consultation with the Irish Dental Association, I gave approval on the 13thof April, for the implementation of new measures to provide for both expanded dental health care for medical card...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: COVID-19 is a new disease so information on it, its features, incidence and its course are still emerging. The natural history, clinical course and consequences of COVID19 are still not completely understood. It is recognised that most patients with COVID-19 return to baseline after acute infection with SARS-CoV-2, but a proportion report ongoing health issues. Patients with persistent...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly, I would like to acknowledge and pay tribute to the dedication, professionalism and commitment of all medical scientists throughout the country. Their drive and dedication have been key components in our managing of the pandemic. I acknowledge the MLSA’s claim for pay parity between medical scientists and clinical biochemists. As you may be aware, the current public pay...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this refers to an individual case, I have referred this matter to the HSE for their attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (24 May 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: My officials and the HSE are engaged in preparatory work for the commencement of the initial stage of the phased expansion of GP care without fees to all children aged 12 years and under, the provision of GP care without fees to all children aged 6 and 7.  Consultations with the IMO, representing GPs, are currently underway with the intention of introducing this service this year.