Noel Grealish (Galway West, Independent)
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Question 126: To ask the Minister for Social Protection the reason fibromyalgia is not a recognised illness, which allows sufferers to qualify for illness benefit or disability allowance; the steps she is taking to recognise this illness; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15918/12]

Joan Burton (Dublin West, Labour)
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Fibromyalgia is accepted as a certifiable medical condition. Eligibility to illness related benefit / allowance is determined by its severity and expected duration. The medical assessment is made in accordance with the Department's evidence based medical protocols and guidelines.