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Written Answers — Hospital Waiting Lists: Hospital Waiting Lists (21 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: As this is a service issue, I wish to advise the Deputy that, due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive, it is not possible for the Executive to supply current information in relation to the number of Irish patients on the waiting list for lung transplants at the Mater Hospital and at hospitals outside of Ireland.

Written Answers — Hospital Services: Hospital Services (21 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (21 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — National Drugs Strategy: National Drugs Strategy (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Generic Drugs: Generic Drugs (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I propose to take Questions Nos. 229, 285, 306, 316 and 407 together. I have decided to introduce a system of reference pricing combined with generic substitution under the GMS and community drugs schemes. This will promote price competition and deliver ongoing savings for both the State and for patients. A working group, made up of officials and healthcare professionals from my Department...

Written Answers — Hospital Waiting Lists: Hospital Waiting Lists (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Vaccination Programme: Vaccination Programme (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: Evidence from other countries (UK and Australia) has shown that the highest uptake rates are achieved when HPV vaccine is administered in schools (3rd dose uptakes of over 80% versus less than 65% for GP administration). The safety and efficacy of the vaccine was extensively studied in clinical trials before licensing. HSE school based vaccination teams currently administer vaccinations to...

Written Answers — Departmental Funding: Departmental Funding (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Medical Aids and Appliances: Medical Aids and Appliances (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise that Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive, it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Hospital Waiting Lists: Hospital Waiting Lists (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Vaccination Programme: Vaccination Programme (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: There are two vaccines licensed in Ireland to prevent HPV infection. Cervarix was licensed in September 2006 and Gardasil was licensed in September 2007 and these are both available privately through GPs or private health clinics. In January of this year, I announced the commencement of a national public HPV vaccination programme for girls who are currently in first year in secondary school....

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Health Service Staff: Health Service Staff (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: The numbers of social worker grades employed in the public health service at December 2008, December 2009 and February 2010 (latest figures) are set out in the table below: Numbers (WTE exclding career break) of social worker grades employed in the public health service Grade Dec 08 Dec 09 Feb 10 Social Worker 1,062 1,086 1,096 Social Worker, Medical 140 139 140 Social Worker...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: The implementation of the National Review of Sexual Assault Treatment Services is ongoing but essentially complete. Currently there are 6 Sexual Assault Treatment Units (SATUs) located around the country - all of which strive to provide a 24 hour a day service, 7 days a week. The units are located at The Rotunda Hospital (Dublin), South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital (Cork),...

Written Answers — Nursing Education: Nursing Education (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I wish to advise the Deputy that due to industrial action affecting the Health Service Executive it is not possible for the Executive to supply the information requested. If this matter remains of continuing concern to you, however, I would invite you to raise it with me again in due course.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: I launched the First National Sexual Assault Treatment Unit (SATU) Annual Clinical Report yesterday in Letterkenny and I will send a copy of this report to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Hospitals Building Programme: Hospitals Building Programme (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: A joint HSE/Department of Health and Children Task Force was established in February 2006 following the presentation of the report Children's Health First-International best practice in tertiary paediatric services: implications for the strategic organisation of tertiary paediatric services in Ireland to advise on the optimum location of the proposed new paediatric hospital. The Task Group...

Written Answers — Hospitals Building Programme: Hospitals Building Programme (20 Apr 2010)

Mary Harney: The National Paediatric Hospital Development Board (NPHDB) will submit a planning application for the new children's hospital to Dublin City Council in June 2010. This application will be processed in accordance with Dublin City Council's planning application process, including public access to submitted information and design plans. In relation to the public consultation, the NPHDB has...