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Written Answers — Department of Health: Defibrillators in Schools Provision (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: The National Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest (OHCA) steering group has been commissioned by the HSE, as such, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Car Parks (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: In March, I requested that the HSE carry out a review of hospital car parking charges, with the aim of establishing clear national guidelines in this area. The review will involve the relevant stakeholders and will take account of the income generated by charges, the impact of any reduction in car parking income on hospital services and the views of patient advocacy groups.  ...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Ministerial Meetings (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: Owing to scheduling difficulties, it was not possible for me to meet with MS Ireland in June. However, I am willing to meet with MS Ireland on a mutually convenient date.

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services Provision (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: I am committed to the development of an improved GP out of hours service for North Wicklow which can provide the appropriate level of cover for the population of the area. The development of such a service will allow GPs to participate fully in the provision of an integrated healthcare system providing medical services that are appropriate, timely and effective, easily accessible and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: As this question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Ambulance Service (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: As this is a service issue, I have asked the HSE to reply to you directly. 

Written Answers — Department of Health: Emergency Departments Data (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: In relation to Mayo University Hospital, there was an increase in attendances of 6.3% between January and May 2018, which saw 16,162 people attending the ED, compared to 15,202 in the same period in 2017.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Occupational Therapy Waiting Lists (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: As this question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive (HSE) for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists Data (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: Improving waiting times for hospital procedures and outpatient appointments is a key commitment in the Programme for Government. My Department is working with the HSE and the NTPF to finalise an Outpatient Action Plan for 2018. This plan will support the HSE’s compliance with their National Service Plan targets, reduce the growth in the number of patients waiting for outpatient...

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Cervical Screening Programme Administration (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: There is a range of contacts ongoing with women and families, including next of kin, affected by the CervicalCheck issues. Contact has been made with 208 of the 209 women or families affected by the CervicalCheck issues, in relation to disclosure of the results of clinical audit. Clinical consultations for these women with their treating clinician in the relevant acute hospitals...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Agency Staff Expenditure (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: As this is a service issue, I have asked the HSE to reply to you directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists Data (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: Improving waiting times for hospital procedures is a key commitment in the Programme for Government and in 2018 €50 million was allocated to the NTPF to provide treatment for patients. The Inpatient/Day Case Action Plan outlines the combined impact of HSE and NTPF activity in 2018 to reduce the number of patients waiting for treatment. In 2018 the NTPF will outsource 22,000 inpatient...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products Availability (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: The HSE has statutory responsibility for medicine pricing and reimbursement decisions, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. The Minister for Health does not have any statutory power or function in relation to the reimbursement of medicines. The Act specifies the criteria for decisions on the reimbursement of medicines. In line with the 2013 Act...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Funding (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: My Department is engaging in ongoing dialogue with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in relation to the financial performance of the Health Service Executive year to date, including consideration of the implications for the projected outturn for the year.  These discussions are still progressing and until they are concluded it would not be appropriate for me to anticipate...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: 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.   The...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists Data (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: Improving waiting times for hospital procedures is a key commitment in the Programme for Government and there are a number of waiting list initiatives currently underway to improve access this year. In particular, the Inpatient and Day Case Action Plan which was launched in April 2018 and the allocation of €50 million to the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) in Budget 2018...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Car Parks (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: In March, I requested that the HSE carry out a review of hospital car parking charges, with the aim of establishing clear national guidelines in this area. The review will involve the relevant stakeholders and will take account of the income generated by charges, the impact of any reduction in car parking income on hospital services and the views of patient advocacy groups. ...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centres (12 Jul 2018)

Simon Harris: 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: Mental Health Services Staff (12 Jul 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.