Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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Question 338: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if the Health Information and Quality Authority has carried out an assessment of the efficacy and cost effectiveness of the Buteyko method of treating asthma or will do so; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30297/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The Health Information and Quality Authority has not carried out an assessment of the efficacy and cost effectiveness of the Buteyko method of treating asthma and has no immediate plans to do so. The Buteyko method of treating asthma is based on the use of breathing techniques. The use of any treatment modality in any area of medical practice is a matter for individual practitioners based on best practice as reflected in the peer-reviewed research literature, standards and guidance provided by professional bodies and practitioners' own individual experience.

Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)
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Question 340: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if she will support the case of a person (details supplied) in County Louth. [30304/09]

John Moloney (Laois-Offaly, Fianna Fail)
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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.