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Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Charges (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The current statutory public in-patient charge is €75 per day, subject to a maximum of €750 in any period of 12 consecutive months. The statutory in-patient charge also applies to day cases. A number of categories of individuals are exempt from the above charge, including those with full eligibility. The payment of PRSI contributions by an individual is not a relevant...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Vaccination Programme (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 257 and 258 together. My Department is working closely with the Health Service Executive (HSE) and the Department of Education and Skills to address the needs of those affected by narcolepsy following pandemic vaccination. The HSE provides a range of services and supports to those affected including access to rapid diagnosis, clear treatment pathways,...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Procedures (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Pricing (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The preparation of any legislation on minimum unit pricing of alcohol is preceded by Government approval and in this context, my Department is developing proposals on the basis of the recommendations in the report of the National Substance Misuse Strategy Steering Group for submission to the Government for consideration.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Public Sector Reform (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The Public Service Reform document on 17th November 2011 identified there agencies under the aegis if this Department to be rationalised, amalgamated or abolished in 2012. , The National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery was dissolved on the 31st December, 2011. In relation to the Opticians Board, a Working Group was established in 2010 to provide legislatively...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Staff Promotions (14 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The information requested by the Deputy is set out in the following table. Grade 2012 2011 2010 2009 Principal Officer Higher 0 0 5* 2* Principal Officer 2 0 2 0 Assistant Principal Higher 0 0 15* 0 Assistant Principal 2 2 0 0 Higher Executive Officer 2 2 0 0 Executive Officer 1 2 0 0 Staff Officer 0 0 0 0 The above figures include staff who are now...

Seanad: National Children's Hospital: Statements (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: I thank all the Senators for their comments and support. There is unanimity in the House that this project is worthy of a modern State. Many countries are judged by how they treat their most vulnerable and sick children fall into that category. Senator MacSharry alluded to a parallel process being run. There was no parallel process. There was a clear sequential process in that we had the...

Seanad: National Children's Hospital: Statements (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: I was delighted to announce that the Cabinet had accepted my recommendation to develop the new national children's hospital at the campus of St. James's Hospital in Dublin. The rejection by An Bord Pleanála earlier this year of the proposal to develop a children's hospital on the site of the Mater hospital was very disappointing, particularly given the many real strengths of that location....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 584, 600, 602, 610 and 616 together. My Department is working closely with the Health Service Executive (HSE) and the Department of Education and Skills to address the needs of those affected by narcolepsy following pandemic vaccination. The HSE provides a range of services and supports to those affected including access to rapid diagnosis, clear treatment...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Thalidomide Victim Compensation (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The main aim of the Government is to address the health and personal social care needs of thalidomide survivors living in Ireland. I have stated that I am willing to enter into discussions about a health care package on a non-statutory basis; an ex-gratia payment having regard to current financial circumstances; and a statement to the Dáil recognising the challenges faced by survivors....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Charges (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: Charges are levied by the Health Service Executive for health services provided in hospitals in accordance with the provisions of the Health Act 1970. Charges are not currently levied where people fail to attend hospital appointments. The possible benefits of introducing new charges as referred to by the Deputy would have to be balanced against the administrative demands involved. The...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Consultant Appointments (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Crisis Pregnancy Services (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: I wish to inform the Deputy that the allegations made in respect of state-funded crisis pregnancy counselling services in the Irish Independent on 27th October 2012 are currently being examined by the Health Service Executive. The Department of Health awaits the outcome of this examination.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Consultancy Contracts (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: The information requested is currently being collated and will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as it is available.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (13 Nov 2012)

James Reilly: As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply.