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Written Answers — Water Services: Water Services (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: I propose to take Questions Nos. 826 and 827 together. The Forum on Fluoridation, which was established by the Minister for Health and Children in 2000, advised in 2002 that the fluoridation of public piped water supplies should continue as a public health measure. The Irish Expert Body on Fluorides and Health, which was established in 2004, monitors new and emerging issues on fluoride and...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Pharmacy Regulations: Pharmacy Regulations (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Bill 2012 is on the list of Bills to be published in this session of Dail Eireann. This legislation will introduce a system of reference pricing and generic substitution for prescribed drugs and medicines. These reforms will promote price competition among suppliers and ensure that lower prices are paid for these medicines resulting in savings...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Water Fluoridation: Water Fluoridation (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The correspondence to which the Deputy refers concerns a questionnaire on water fluoridation and a recently published report. Allegations of ill health and potential damaging effects of fluoridation are contained in the report and are reflected in many of the assumptions in the questionnaire. The Expert Body on Fluorides and Health has concluded that the report is not reliable. The Expert...

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Long-Term Illness Scheme: Long-Term Illness Scheme (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy as a matter of urgency.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The recent review of the medical card operation conducted by the HSE indicated that there is significant scope for the simplification and standardisation of the assessment process, while providing appropriate levels of control. The new self-assessment process which is streamlined and user friendly has already been implemented for many clients with lifelong illnesses. In addition the HSE is...

Written Answers — General Practitioner Services: General Practitioner Services (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: I propose to take Questions Nos. 897 and 903 together. As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Pharmacy Services: Pharmacy Services (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The situation is as previously stated and legal advice is awaited from the Attorney General's Office.

Written Answers — Health Services: Health Services (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: The HSE currently provides a dental service to schoolchildren aged up to 16 years. The service is targeted at children in key classes at key stages in their development. Children are given dental examinations and any follow up treatment required at these stages. When required, emergency dental treatment is available to all children up to 16 years. There may be differences across the country...

Written Answers — Medical Cards: Medical Cards (6 Jun 2012)

Róisín Shortall: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.