Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry South, Independent)
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Question 671: To ask the Minister for Health his views on the fact that 15% of persons with Parkinson's have never been seen by a hospital doctor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3955/12]

Kathleen Lynch (Cork North Central, Labour)
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The figure quoted by the Deputy of 15% of people with Parkinson's Disease never having been seen by a hospital doctor with specialist knowledge of the condition relates to a 2008 survey undertaken by the Parkinson's Disease Society in the United Kingdom. I do not have the information sought by the Deputy. However, the Department has asked the Health Service Executive to supply information to me in relation to the situation in Ireland. I will respond to the Deputy as soon as possible.