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Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: I propose to take Questions Nos. 204, 227 and 229 together. The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine these matters and to reply directly to the Deputy as soon as possible. The HSE operates the General Medical 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...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Properties (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: The facility in question is maintained as part of the HSE's ongoing structural maintenance programme for all facilities in the Kildare West Wicklow area.  In 2009, various works including improvements to security, lighting, decor and replacement of furniture were completed. Currently, there are no specific proposals for this facility.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (29 Sep 2016)

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 to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Board Membership (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: I propose to take Questions Nos. 210 and 211 together. The Health Service Executive (Governance) Act 2013 came into effect on 25 July, 2013. Section 16A(2) of the Health Act 2004 (as amended) specifies that the number of persons appointed by the Minister for Health to the Directorate as "appointed Directors" at any time shall not be fewer than 2 and not be greater than 8. Mr Tony...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Staff Remuneration (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: I met with the nursing unions on Tuesday concerning recognition of the 36 week clinical placement undertaken by all nursing and midwifery graduates for the purposes of incremental credit. Following on from the meeting I have written to the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform concerning restoration of the credit to those who graduated between 2011 and 2015. Incremental Credit for...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: Scoliosis affects approximately 1% of children and adolescents in Ireland. The management of scoliosis is complex and is determined by the severity of the curvature and skeletal maturity. Long waiting times for scoliosis surgery are not acceptable, and my Department has been working closely with the HSE to address services pressures, particularly in Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (29 Sep 2016)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff Recruitment (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (29 Sep 2016)

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: Hospital Waiting Lists (29 Sep 2016)

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: Hospital Appointments Administration (29 Sep 2016)

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: Infectious Disease Incidence (29 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is a notifiable disease covered by the Infectious Diseases (Amendment) Regulations 2016. The HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre collects and collates data nationally on new HIV diagnoses . At present, data that would allow the separate categorisation of transgender people is not systematically collected on new HIV diagnoses. Transgender...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (29 Sep 2016)

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 to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Staff Remuneration (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: Restoration of the 36 week incremental credit to the 2011-2015 cohort of nursing and midwifery graduates is under consideration at present. The cost of granting the credit for those currently working in the public service is estimated at €4 million. Some of those who graduate will always pursue other career options. Assuming a 95% retention rate could be achieved the cost would be...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Staff Recruitment (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Data (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: In relation to the detailed queries raised by the Deputy, as these are service matters I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Maternity Services Provision (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: In relation to the specific query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter, I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services Waiting Lists (28 Sep 2016)

Simon Harris: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (28 Sep 2016)

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 scheduling...