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Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Expenditure (21 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As the Deputy's 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. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he can contact my Private Office and they will follow the matter up with the HSE.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Orthodontic Service Waiting Lists (21 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Information on waiting times for orthodontic treatment is collated by the HSE quarterly and by region. The most recent information available is for Q2 of 2015 and has already been provided to the Deputy. Information for Q3 of 2015 is currently being collated by the HSE.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Long-Term Illness Scheme Coverage (21 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Long Term Illness (LTI) Scheme was established under Section 59(3) of the Health Act, 1970 (as amended). Regulations were made in 1971, 1973 and 1975 specifying the conditions covered by the LTI Scheme. The conditions covered by the LTI Scheme are as follows: Acute Leukaemia; Mental handicap; Cerebral Palsy; Mental Illness (in a person under 16); Cystic Fibrosis; Multiple Sclerosis;...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HSE Funding (21 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive provides funding to the National Council for the Blind of Ireland under Section 39 of the Health Act 2004 to provide supports to blind and visually impaired people. The Department has asked the HSE to provide you with details. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he can contact my Private Office and they will follow the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Care of the Elderly Provision (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Public beds are a critical part of our overall residential bed capacity, particularly for high-dependency patients. Quality accommodation therefore is important in supporting the needs of those older people and people with a disability who require long term residential care. In September Minister Varadkar and I announced a €3bn investment package for health services over six...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Orthodontic Service Waiting Lists (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The HSE provides orthodontic treatment to those who have been assessed and referred for treatment before their 16th birthday. It should be noted that the nature of orthodontic care means that immediate treatment is not always desirable. It is estimated that in up to 5% of cases it is necessary to wait for further growth to take place before treatment commences. Patients are assessed by the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: HIQA Inspections (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Under the Health Act, 2007 statutory responsibility is given to the Chief Inspector of Social Services, in the Health Information and Quality Authority for registration and inspection of categories of designated centres, including nursing homes for older people. The Chief Inspector is independent in the exercise of his statutory function. It is a matter for the Chief Inspector to decide...

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Dementia Strategy (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The overarching policy of this Government is to support people to live in dignity and independence in their own homes and communities for as long as possible. It is estimated that there are approximately 41,000 people with dementia in Ireland. This number is expected to rise to between 141,000 and 147,000 by 2014. Given the increasing numbers of people with dementia, the Government...

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service issue, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with the Executive.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Care Issues (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: It is my understanding from the details supplied by the Deputy that this case involves an alleged assault by a resident in an approved centre on a fellow patient. As this incident has been reported to the Gardai, it would be inappropriate for me comment any further at this time. I have, however, requested the HSE to provide me with a report on this matter, including the circumstances around...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospitals Funding (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Provision (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The HSE has responsibility for the provision, maintenance and operation of Primary Care Centres. Therefore, this matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Equipment Provision (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As the Deputy's 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. If the Deputy has not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days, he can contact my Private Office and they will follow the matter up with the HSE.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff Recruitment (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As the recruitment of consultants is a matter for Health Service Executive, I have forwarded your question to the HSE for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Dementia Strategy (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Irish National Dementia Strategy was launched in December 2014. This Delivers on a commitment in the Programme for Government to develop a national Alzheimer's and other dementia's strategy to increase awareness, ensure early diagnosis and intervention and develop enhanced community based services. The Department of Health and the HSE have agreed a joint initiative with the Atlantic...

Written Answers — Department of Health: General Practitioner Services (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service issue, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with the Executive.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Respite Care Services (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: As this is a service matter it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Nursing Homes Support Scheme (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: Under the Nursing Homes Support Scheme Act 2009, the HSE has statutory responsibility to operate and administer the Scheme. Therefore, the Deputy's question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply. If you have not received a reply from the HSE within 15 working days please contact my Private Office and they will follow up the matter with them.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mental Health Services (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: HIQA and the Mental Health Commission signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 23 September 2013. This MOU has underpinned cooperation between the two bodies since then. HIQA recognises the Mental Health Commission's role in helping to drive improvements in the quality and safety of social care services that are provided for people being cared for in the mental health services. In...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Card Applications (20 Oct 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: The Health Service Executive has been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible. The Health Service Executive operates the General Medical Services 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 specifically for queries relating to...