Brendan Griffin (Kerry South, Fine Gael)
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Question 377: To ask the Minister for Health his views on matter regarding replacement lenses (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38332/11]

Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Unfortunately it is not possible to provide a substantive reply to the Deputy's question at this time. The HSE is examining the implications of the proposal and I will contact the Deputy, in the near future, when this examination has been completed.

I would point out, however, that optometric services for medical card holders are normally available only once every two years which is the accepted usual interval between eye examinations.