Michael McGrath (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)
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Question 92: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the position regarding the provision of a drug to a person (details supplied) in County Cork. [32672/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The provision of this drug to patients is currently a matter for decision by the hospital concerned. The issue of access to the drug in question is also under consideration by the Health Service Executive. Arising from a recent review of neurology services, a clinician led review group is to advise on how best to ensure that there is fair and equitable access to this drug and other agents used to treat this particular condition, taking account of clinical need, benefits and cost. The group is to include patient representation.

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.

John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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Question 93: To ask the Minister for Health and Children if an early appointment for an assessment will be made at the orthopaedic clinic, Waterford Regional Hospital, County Waterford in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kilkenny. [32678/09]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.