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Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Deputy is aware, the Government confirmed the move to Phase 3 of Roadmap for Reopening Society & Business from Monday, 29 June 2020. Information and advice about the restrictions that have been eased as part of Phase 3 and the measures that are now in place are available on the Government website at . As part of Phase 3, all remaining community, religious, cultural, social and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Audiology Services (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Dental Services (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Care Services (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy on this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I have asked the HSE to respond directly to the Deputy on this matter.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Drugs Payment Scheme (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicines under the community drug schemes, in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Rare Diseases (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicines under the community drug schemes, in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) continues to examine all emerging evidence as it arises and has provided advice relating to face coverings on an ongoing basis. NPHET advises the wearing of a non-medical face covering in a number of circumstances which include: - when on public transport - when in indoor public areas including retail outlets - by people visiting the homes of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I would like to assure the Deputy that my Department appreciates the challenges experienced by those who have asthma and other breathing difficulties. The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) continues to examine all emerging evidence as it arises and has provided advice relating to face coverings on an ongoing basis. NPHET advises the wearing of a non-medical face covering in a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Unfortunately, medicine shortages are a feature of modern health systems worldwide. There are a multitude of reasons why a medicine may not be available including: shortages of raw materials; manufacturing difficulties; or product recalls due to potential quality issues. Medicine shortages can therefore originate at any point in the supply chain and can involve and impact on many...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Measures (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health (General Practitioner Service and Alteration of Criteria for Eligibility) Bill 2020 was published on 1 July. This Bill provides, amongst other things, for the necessary legislative amendments to increase the weekly gross medical card income limits for those aged 70 and over to €550 per week for a single person (currently €500 per week) and to €1,050 for a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: In response to the Covid-19 pandemic the HSE had to take measures to pause most elective scheduled care activity with effect from the end March 2020. This was to ensure patient safety and that all appropriate resources were made available for Covid-19 related activity and time-critical essential work. This decision was in line with the advice issued by National Public Health Emergency Team...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Primary Care Centres (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: 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: Electronic Cigarettes (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: There are no plans to introduce guidelines around the use of e-cigarettes in public houses at this time. However, the Deputy may wish to note that individual businesses and organisations are free to introduce an e-cigarette free policy if they choose to, and many have, including public transport providers and local authorities. E-cigarettes are not regulated under the workplace smoking ban...

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Drugs Strategy (21 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The national drug strategy, Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery, sets out government policy on drug and alcohol use until 2025. The strategy aims to provide an integrated public health approach to drug and alcohol use, focused on reducing the harms for individuals, families and communities and promoting rehabilitation and recovery. The Programme for Government endorses the national drugs...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Passengers arriving to Ireland from overseas are legally required to complete a COVID-19 Passenger Locator Form. The information provided on the form may be used to assist with contact tracing in the event that there is a suspected or confirmed case on board a flight or ferry. Since the introduction of the mandatory requirement to complete the locator form in late May, compliance has been...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Tests (16 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: I refer the Deputy to the answer given to Parliamentary Question 15888/20 of 14 July 2020. I can confirm that the position as outlined remains unchanged.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) has published a range of guidance documents outlining the infection prevention and control procedures that apply in various healthcare settings. This includes the use of various types of personal protective equipment including those that might be described as facemasks. These guidance documents are available on the HPSC website at www.hpsc.ie....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jul 2020)

Stephen Donnelly: Since the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) met for the first time, a commitment was given to collect and publish as much relevant data as possible while ensuring individual patient confidentiality is maintained at all times. While the nature and scale of the Covid-19 pandemic has been unprecedented, the collection of timely and comprehensive data has underpinned the efforts of...