Results 1-4 of 4 for narcolepsy speaker:Kathleen Lynch

Topical Issue Debate: Vaccination Programme (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: I thank Deputy Stanton for raising this issue as it provides me with an opportunity to update the House on the matter. It is a serious issue. I acknowledge the impact on those diagnosed with narcolepsy who had previously received a pandemic influenza vaccine as well as the impact on their families. As Deputies are aware, immunisation is a simple and effective way of protecting children...

Topical Issue Debate: Vaccination Programme (1 Jul 2015)

Kathleen Lynch: ...impact in terms of the ability to drive, travel alone and live independently. It has a major impact which is unimaginable. Higher education access and supports are available. Students with narcolepsy can access the disability access route to education, a college and university scheme which allows enhanced access to third level education for pupils with disabilities. Further details are...

Topical Issue Debate: Narcolepsy Incidence (9 May 2013)

Kathleen Lynch: ...to outline to the House the importance of the issue raised. At the Minister's request, a number of specific services have been put in place in response to the health needs of those affected by narcolepsy following Pandemrix vaccination. Specifically, the Health Service Executive advocacy unit acts as a liaison for those who require access to services and supports, medical and...

Topical Issue Debate: Narcolepsy Incidence (9 May 2013)

Kathleen Lynch: ...will go away tomorrow, the following day or even next year. It is a mechanism by which medical needs can be met in an urgent fashion. No one is saying otherwise. Even if there is recovery from narcolepsy it will not happen this year or next, although I suppose we do not know that. With regard to diagnosis and treatment in sleep clinics, there is no charge, and any charge applied will be...