Results 281-300 of 1,285 for speaker:Marcella Corcoran Kennedy in 'Written Answers'

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Strategies (14 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Ireland’s first National Sexual Health Strategy 2015 – 2020 and Action Plan 2015 – 2016 was launched in October 2015. The National Sexual Health Strategy aims to improve sexual health and well-being, and reduce negative sexual health outcomes by ensuring that everyone living in Ireland has access to high quality sexual health information, education and services...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Mortality Data (13 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Hospital Consultant Recruitment (13 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Electronic Cigarettes (7 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Vaping is a relatively new occurrence. However, the market share for electronic cigarettes and refill containers is growing and as such, the long-term effects of vaping on public health are not yet known. Currently the evidence base does not support prohibiting vaping in public places although individual organisations/companies are free to introduce an e-cigarette free policy. The European...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Treatment Programmes (7 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I propose to take Questions Nos. 203 and 204 together. The provision of services to prevent and treat addiction to alcohol is the responsibility of the Health Service Executive and as such, I have referred this question to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: State Investments (7 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The Department of Health does not undertake investments of any sort, either pension or other investment funds. In relation to other agencies, I have requested the HSE and the agencies under the auspices of my Department to reply directly to the Deputy with information sought by the Deputy. In relation to guidelines on investing in the tobacco industry, Ireland has ratified and is a party...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Funding (6 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Treatment Programmes (6 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The provision of services to prevent and treat addiction to alcohol is the responsibility of the Health Service Executive and as such, I have referred this question to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Disease Management (6 Dec 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Crohn's Disease is an Inflammatory Bowel Disease that can affect any part of the gastrointestinal system. The diagnosis of Crohn's Disease often requires a range of tests including endoscopy, radiology and blood tests relating to anaemia and inflammation. Management of the condition may require antibiotics and medication to reduce inflammation. The diagnosis and management of Crohn's...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Statutory Instruments (29 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: There has been no change to statutory instrument number 654 of 2004 from the Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform in relation to the provision of Lactation or Breastfeeding breaks. In relation to schools, the support of school principals in facilitating staff returning to work who need to express milk would be very welcome. As well as ensuring that the staff member maintains her...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Treatment Programmes (29 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The provision of services to prevent and treat addiction to alcohol is the responsibility of the Health Service Executive. The Health Service Executive has advised that a response to parliamentary question number 220 of 20 October 2016 has been prepared and will issue to you in the coming days.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Diabetes Strategy (29 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Alcohol Sales Legislation (24 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: The Public Health (Alcohol) Bill provides for the furnishing of information to consumers on alcohol. The aim is to ensure that consumers are provided with access to health information on alcohol products. Labels on alcohol products will contain: - Health warnings (including for pregnancy) - The amount of pure alcohol as measured in grams - The calorie count - Details of an alcohol public...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Expenditure (23 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Expenditure (23 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Expenditure (23 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Health Services Expenditure (23 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: As the Deputy's question relates to service matters, I have arranged for the question to be referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Departmental Funding (22 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Community groups such as Allenwood Men's Shed, Co Kildare, may apply for Lottery Funding to help with start-up costs to the Department of Health or the Health Service Executive.

Written Answers — Department of Health: Public Health Policy (15 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: I propose to take Questions Nos. 441 and 442 together. Following publication of the Men's Health Policy (2008-2013), an independent report was commissioned by the HSE under Peter Baker to review the National Policy. Subsequent to this the HSE has developed and completed an Action Plan. The HSE has established a Group under the Health and Wellbeing Programme and is currently progressing its...

Written Answers — Department of Health: Public Health Policy (15 Nov 2016)

Marcella Corcoran Kennedy: Healthy Ireland: A Framework for Improved Health and Wellbeing 2013-2025 was approved by Government in February 2013. It sets out a vision and four over-arching goals to improve the health and wellbeing for the entire population of Ireland over the coming generation. Implementation of the Framework over the period to 2025 will take account of emerging evidence, research, international best...