Denis Naughten (Roscommon-South Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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Question 123: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason persons are charged for the administering of the flu vaccine; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35034/08]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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There is no charge for either the vaccine or the administration of the vaccine for those for whom vaccination is recommended who have a medical card or GP visit card. Where the patient does not have a medical card or GP visit card, there is no charge for the actual vaccine as the vaccine is supplied free of charge to GPs by the HSE. The fee for administering the vaccine is a matter between the GP and the patient.