Written answers

Tuesday, 18 June 2019

Department of Health

Cancer Services Provision

Photo of Brendan GriffinBrendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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442. To ask the Minister for Health his views on a matter in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25361/19]

Photo of Simon HarrisSimon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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It is not the intention that there be any unintended consequences of the Bill. It is not disputed that people can access various therapies. The aim of the Bill is to ensure no false linkages are made between accessing those therapies and a claim that something is a treatment for cancer. People suffering from cancer can be in a very vulnerable position and open to false claims or manipulation. The intention of the Bill is about safeguarding our citizens and making sure they have accurate information regarding medical and scientific advice on how to cure and treat cancer.

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