Results 81-100 of 235 for lyme disease

Written Answers — Department of Health: Long-Term Illness Scheme Eligibility (6 Nov 2018)

Carol Nolan: 671. To ask the Minister for Health the reason Lyme disease is not included in the long-term illness scheme; the criteria for adding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45439/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disease Incidence (6 Nov 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Carol Nolan: 672. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to improve diagnostic screening and testing for Lyme disease here and to monitor and record data on all cases of Lyme disease and not just the more extreme form, that is, neuroborreliosis. [45440/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Treatment Abroad Scheme (6 Nov 2018)

Carol Nolan: 673. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons who have applied for and been approved funding treatment for Lyme disease under the directive on patients' rights in cross-Border healthcare scheme or the treatment abroad scheme. [45441/18]

Ceisteanna Eile - Other Questions: Disease Management (23 Oct 2018) See 5 other results from this debate

Simon Harris: ...evidence but also looking at what has been done across the water in the UK. We will have the basis of information next month, which will enable us to make informed decisions in this regard. Lyme disease can be very successfully treated in many cases using common antibiotics. These antibiotics are effective at clearing the rash and they help to prevent the development of...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disease Management (23 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Eamon Scanlon: 148. To ask the Minister for Health his plans to make blood tests for Lyme disease available here. [43617/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Treatment Abroad Scheme (16 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Brendan Griffin: 357. To ask the Minister for Health his plans for those diagnosed with Lyme disease to receive funding for treatment abroad in view of the fact that there is no treatment for the disease available here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41787/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Blood Donations (16 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Catherine Connolly: 454. To ask the Minister for Health the screening process in place to detect Lyme disease in blood donations; the consequences for a positive identification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42245/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Infectious Diseases (16 Oct 2018) See 2 other results from this answer

Catherine Connolly: 455. To ask the Minister for Health the steps being taken to ensure that general practitioners and other health professionals have adequate training for the early testing and diagnosis of Lyme disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42246/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Infectious Disease Incidence (16 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Catherine Connolly: 456. To ask the Minister for Health the number of persons with Lyme disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42247/18]

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks (16 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Michael Healy-Rae: 678. To ask the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when signs regarding the dangers of Lyme disease will be erected at the entrance of Killarney National Park (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41781/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disease Incidence (9 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this answer

Catherine Murphy: 339. To ask the Minister for Health if annual data on the number of persons presenting and being diagnosed with Lyme disease is being recorded; the steps he has taken to address any increases in cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41115/18]

Written Answers — Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment: Official Engagements (9 Oct 2018)

Denis Naughten: ...25/09/2018 BRIEF IN ADVANCE OF BUDGET 25/09/2018 NWCI PRE-BUDGET BRIEFING DAY 25/09/2018 DIARY 25/09/2018 WEEKLY DEBRIEF AFTER CABINET 25/09/2018 LEADERS QUESTIONS 25/09/2018 SECRETARY GENERAL 25/09/2018 PMB - NO CONFIDENCE MOTION 25/09/2018 PHOTO CALL WITH AN POST ELECTRIC VEHICLES 26/09/2018 LYME DISEASE RALLY 26/09/2018 LEADERS QUESTIONS 26/09/2018 A FAIR BUDGET 2019 - A...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs: Mid-Year Review of Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: Discussion (3 Oct 2018) See 1 other result from this debate

Danny Healy-Rae: ...lands and they create havoc with crops, soilage and so on. Farmers in these places cannot keep half the stock that they kept heretofore. I ask the Minister to ensure this issue is dealt with. Lyme's disease which is spread by a tick that is prevalent in deer has a serious effect on so many families, young children, mothers, expectant mothers and many other people. It is sad our doctors...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disease Management (2 Oct 2018) See 2 other results from this answer

Willie Penrose: 444. To ask the Minister for Health if, in the context of Lyme disease and the importance of promoting awareness of same at primary care level, the appointment of a general practitioner champion for Lyme disease will be examined in order that clinical diagnosis can be made early and effectively and ensure general practitioners and consultants recognise the results from tests that have been...

Ceisteanna ar Reachtaíocht a Gealladh - Questions on Promised Legislation (26 Sep 2018) See 2 other results from this debate

Pearse Doherty: As the Deputy said, a large group of people have travelled from different areas, including those who have been affected by Lyme disease, and their families and friends. The problem is multi-facetted. A comprehensive strategy is required to address the issues and the challenges posed by the disease. Such a strategy should involve education, awareness and greater research, but diagnosis and...

Seanad: Order of Business (26 Sep 2018) See 1 other result from this debate

Jennifer Murnane O'Connor: ...are people outside Leinster House seeking help and they have been feeling very helpless lately. I do not blame them because it seems nothing is being done for them. Earlier today, I joined the Lyme disease awareness rally with Lyme disease sufferers, some of whom I know, their families and friends from every county in Ireland. They simply want to be heard on this horrific disease and...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Treatment Abroad Scheme (3 Jul 2018)

Michael Healy-Rae: 386. To ask the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) who requires treatment for Lyme disease can avail of the treatment abroad scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29320/18]

Written Answers — Department of Health: Infectious Diseases (14 Jun 2018)

Simon Harris: Lyme disease (also known as Lyme borelliosis) is an infection caused by a spiral-shaped bacterium called Borrelia burgdorferi. The infection is generally mild affecting only the skin but can occasionally be more severe and highly debilitating. Lyme Disease is the commonest cause of tick-borne infection in Europe. Lyme borelliosis is diagnosed by medical history and physical examination. The...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks (22 May 2018)

Josepha Madigan: ..., this issue is not confined to the Park, information on ticks for members of the public intending to visit the Park is contained in the health and safety section of the dedicated website: . Information on Lyme Disease is available from the HSE and, their booklet contains useful information in this regard.  The National Parks & Wildlife Service of my Department would be...

Written Answers — Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht: National Parks (22 May 2018)

Josepha Madigan: ...to the Killarney National Park, information on ticks for members of the public intending to visit the Park is contained in the health and safety section of the dedicated website:  . Information on Lyme Disease is available from the HSE and, their booklet contains useful information in this regard.