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Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: My Department works closely with the HSE and the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) to improve access for patients waiting for high volume procedures, including cataracts. Ophthalmology services are provided throughout all hospital groups in the country, with cataract removal one of the key procedures carried out as part of this specialty. The 2022 Waiting List Action Plan, published...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Birth Certificates (16 Jun 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: Medicinal Products (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 476 and 477 together. Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Medicinal Products (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Since I was appointed Minister for Health, I have at all times prioritised the needs of patients and I have at every opportunity, made myself available to meet with patients and patient groups. Kaftrio has been a life changing drug for Cystic Fibrosis sufferers, and I want to see it made available to everyone who needs it. I am advised that commercial discussions between the HSE and the...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jun 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: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period. On January 19th, the Government announced a COVID-19 pandemic recognition payment for frontline public sector healthcare workers, to recognise their unique role during the pandemic. Following extensive engagement with healthcare unions on the matter, on 19th...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Covid-19 Pandemic (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: Firstly I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all healthcare workers for their efforts during this most challenging period. While my Department does not comment on individual cases, I can confirm that on January 19th, the Government announced a COVID-19 pandemic recognition payment for frontline public sector healthcare workers, to recognise their unique role during the pandemic....

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: It is recognised that waiting times for scheduled appointments and procedures have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. While significant work continues to positively impact on waiting times and improve pathways to elective care, acute hospitals have been impacted by operational challenges arising from surges in cases related to the Omicron variants. The HSE has confirmed to the Department...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Waiting Lists (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: In relation to the particular query raised by the Deputy, the attached document has been prepared by the National Treatment Purchase Fund (NTPF) and outlines the number of patients under 18 years of age on IPDC & OPD waiting lists by time-band, specialty and hospital. It is recognised that waiting times for scheduled appointments and procedures have been affected by the Covid-19...

Written Answers — Department of Health: National Treatment Purchase Fund (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: It is recognised that waiting times for scheduled appointments and procedures have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. While significant work continues to positively impact on waiting times and improve pathways to elective care, acute hospitals have been impacted by operational challenges arising from surges in cases related to the Omicron variants. The HSE has confirmed to the Department...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Service Executive (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: As this is a service matter, I referred the question to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy. The HSE advised that they will require more details in order to address this question - the minimum information required is the subject's full name, address and date of birth. The Deputy's question refers to a series of emails in relation to this matter, but these have not been...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Staff (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: In relation to the particular query raised, 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 (16 Jun 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: Hospital Overcrowding (16 Jun 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 Funding (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: The National Ambulance Service, encompassing the Emergency Aeromedical Service, operates the Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS). The service operates in conjunction with the Irish Air Corps from Custume Barracks, Athlone and the charity funded HEMS operated by the Irish Community Air Ambulance (ICAA). The Irish Coast Guard provides additional support on an as available basis. ...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services (16 Jun 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 (16 Jun 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: Medical Cards (16 Jun 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 Facilities (16 Jun 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 Acquired Infections (16 Jun 2022)

Stephen Donnelly: I propose to take Questions Nos. 496, 497, 498, 499, 500, 501, 502, 503, 504, 505, 507 and 510 together. The State Claims Agency (SCA) has a statutory remit to manage personal injury claims on behalf of Delegated State Authorities including the Health Service Executive. The information requested by the Deputy is not readily available. However, I have asked the State Claims Agency to provide...