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Written Answers — Department of Health: Medical Cards (4 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: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE and the Department are currently examining progressing the rollout to the list of 6 non-HSE/non-Section 38 organisation types covered by the Government Decision. This measure will be ring fenced to staff working ordinarily onsite in COVID-19 exposed healthcare environments. It is hoped that information will be published shortly for those certain non-HSE/Section 38 healthcare...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The Deputy is advised that Ireland’s has pursued a public health-led, whole of society response to the management of COVID-19. Throughout the pandemic, the response has been underpinned by our core national priorities of protecting the most vulnerable in society from the severe impacts of the disease, minimising the burden on the healthcare system, and continuing to keep schools and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Appointments Status (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Section 6 of the HSE Governance Act 2013 bars the Minister for Health from directing the HSE to provide a treatment or a personal service to any individual or to confer eligibility on any individual. In relation to...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Reviews (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: An independent radiation therapist review has been agreed under the auspices of the WRC. Discussions are ongoing between the parties to finalise a Terms of Reference and appoint an independent chair. As this is an ongoing Industrial Relations process it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Tax Exemptions (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is an operational matter for the Health Service Executive, the HSE has been requested to respond directly to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. Furthermore, under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the Health Service Executive has statutory responsibility for the issues referred to in this question, therefore, the matter has been...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Staff (4 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: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The HSE and the Department are currently examining progressing the roll-out to the list of 6 non-HSE/non-Section 38 organisation types covered by the Government Decision. This measure will be ring fenced to staff working ordinarily on-site in COVID-19 exposed healthcare environments. It is hoped that information will be published shortly for those certain non-HSE/Section 38 healthcare...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Contracts (4 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 Reviews (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: An independent radiation therapist review has been agreed under the auspices of the WRC. Discussions are ongoing between the parties to finalise a Terms of Reference and appoint an independent chair. As this is an ongoing Industrial Relations process it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (4 Oct 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: An independent radiation therapist review has been agreed under the auspices of the WRC. Discussions are ongoing between the parties to finalise a Terms of Reference and appoint an independent chair. As this is an ongoing Industrial Relations process it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (4 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: Health Services Staff (29 Sep 2022)

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

Written Answers — Department of Health: Pharmacy Services (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: My Department has professionally qualified pharmacists among its staff and does not have plans to appoint a chief pharmaceutical officer at the present time. The matter will be kept under review in the context of wider workforce planning considerations. I am aware that there is interest currently in discussing the potential post of Chief Pharmaceutical Officer and I have asked my...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Pharmacy Services (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As the Health Service Executive (HSE) chair the Community Pharmacy Planning Forum, I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Pharmacy Services (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I am fully committed to supporting our population screening programmes which are a valuable part of our health service, enabling early treatment and care for many people, and improving the overall health of our population.? The HSE National Screening Service (NSS), encompasses three national population-based cancer screening programmes, BreastCheck, CervicalCheck and BowelScreen. These...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Pharmacy Services (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I would like to reiterate my recognition of the key role of Pharmacy in the Community, and the very significant contribution made by this sector to patients and the public in responding to their health needs during the course of the pandemic. I also acknowledge the vital role that community pharmacy will play in the development and implementation of future healthcare reform, especially in...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Pharmacy Services (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 235 and 237 together. I understand that currently there are reports of a current acute workforce issue, particularly in relation to community pharmacy. The Pharmaceutical Society of Ireland (PSI), the pharmacy regulator, has been liaising with stakeholders, including the Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU), on efforts being taken within the sector to understand and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic Supports (29 Sep 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period. The HSE and the Department are currently examining progressing the rollout to the list of 6 non-HSE/non-Section 38 organisation types covered by the Government Decision. This measure will be ring fenced to staff working ordinarily onsite in COVID-19 exposed...