Dinny McGinley (Donegal South West, Fine Gael)
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Question 54: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the reason 1,200 children and adults in Cork, Limerick and Kerry have been recalled for a review of their hearing tests dating as far back as 2001; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13163/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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In 2008, concerns were raised about the practice of a Paediatric Audiological Scientist who had worked primarily in Cork from 2001 to 2007. A detailed investigation of these concerns was undertaken and 1,231 former clients of the Audiology Service are being recalled for precautionary check-up appointments as part of a Look Back Review. The recall appointments commenced on 18th March and they will be completed within 12 weeks.