Written answers

Tuesday, 11 December 2007

Department of Health and Children

Infectious Diseases

9:00 pm

Photo of Denis NaughtenDenis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 297: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the plans she has to establish a compensation fund for the victims of hospital acquired infection; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34054/07]

Photo of Mary HarneyMary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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I share the public concern in relation to Healthcare Associated Infections (HCAIs). Tackling HCAIs, including MRSA, is a priority for the Government and for the Health Service Executive (HSE). The State Claims Agency is dealing with a number of claims against the State which involve an element relating to MRSA. However, the matter of liability in such cases has yet to be established. I have no plans to establish a compensation fund.

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