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Written Answers — Department of Health: Mortality Rates (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is an operational matter, I have asked the HSE (HPSC) to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Strategies (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The implementation of the National Cancer Strategy is a Programme for Government commitment and is part of the implementation of Sláintecare. We have seen significant progress on the implementation of the Strategy over the past five years, with clear evidence-based policy direction from my Department and strong implementation by the HSE's National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP). The...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Strategies (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The implementation of the National Cancer Strategy is a Programme for Government commitment and is part of the implementation of Sláintecare. We have seen significant progress on the implementation of the Strategy over the past five years, with clear evidence-based policy direction from my Department and strong implementation by the HSE's National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP). The...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (the Act) provides for the protection of the public by promoting high standards of professional conduct and professional education, training & competence through the statutory registration of health and social care professions designated under the Act. As you are aware, regulations under SI No. 170 of 2018 were made by my predecessor...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Service Executive (8 Nov 2022)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Staff (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Officials are currently finalising a job description to bring additional expertise from Health and Social Care Professionals to the Department. This job description once finalised will contain the reporting relationship and inform the resources being allocated to support the role.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mortality Rates (8 Nov 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is an operational matter, I have asked the HSE (HPSC) to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Strategies (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 277 and 278 together. Ireland’s second One Health National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance 2021-2025, known as iNAP2, was jointly published by the Department of Health and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in November 2021. It is the successor plan to Ireland’s National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance 2017-2020,...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I thank the Deputy for his question. Under the rules of the Voluntary Health Insurance Board Superannuation Scheme, any proposed discretionary increases require the authorisation of the Minister of Health. The prior approval of the Minister of Public Expenditure and Reform is also required. A recommendation on any changes is provided to both Ministers by NewERA who review any proposed...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The National Audiology Review Group (NARG) Report, published by the Health Service Executive (HSE) in 2011, identified shortcomings in audiology services including access issues, poor information, inadequate staffing, and unacceptable waiting times and made recommendations to address these issues. While many of these recommendations have been implemented, including the rollout of a...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Admissions (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Bodies (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 289 and 290 together. The release of documents is most appropriately pursued through the Freedom of Information (FOI) process. Details on how to make an FOI request to the Health Service Executive can be found at the following link: www.hse.ie/eng/services/yourhealthservice/info/foi/making-a- request/. Making a Request - HSE.ie Making a Request...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Reviews (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018 commenced in line with statutory and Government commitments in December 2021. The Review will assess the effectiveness of the operation of the legislation and will be conducted in a fair and transparent manner. The Review has two main phases. The first phase is comprised of a three-part appraisal of the operation of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Legislative Measures (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I am aware that the Dentists Act 1985 needs to be updated to align with other healthcare profession regulatory legislation. The Act was amended by the Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Act 2020, which was signed into law in October 2020. Legislation to replace the Dentists Act 1985 will provide for comprehensive regulatory governance of the dental profession, in...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (27 Oct 2022)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Ukraine War (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Government is aware of the workforce issues currently facing general practice, including the limited access to GP services in certain areas. It has implemented a number of measures and increased investment in general practice significantly to improve recruitment and retention. Under the 2019 GP Agreement the additional annual expenditure provided for general practice has to date been...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Health Act 1970 (as amended) provides for two categories of eligibility for persons ordinarily resident in the country, i.e. full eligibility (medical card holders) and limited eligibility (all others). Adults with full eligibility can access a range of services including GP services, prescribed drugs and medicines, all in-patient public hospital services in public wards, including...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Services (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (27 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the deputy directly, as soon as possible.