Seán Sherlock (Cork East, Labour)
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190. To ask the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if his attention has been drawn to the proposal by the Cancer Genetics Service, HOPE Directorate at St. James’s Hospital to offer genetic screening for more than 30 cancer survivors of mother and baby homes and those who were illegally adopted from such homes; if he will include this innovative service as part of the package of enhanced medical supports to such survivors who may not be able to access their family's medical histories as part of the State's restorative recognition scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28395/21]

Roderic O'Gorman (Dublin West, Green Party)
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I am aware of the proposal to which the Deputy refers. While my officials continue to liaise closely with officials in the Department of Health in relation to health supports for survivors, the specific matters raised are more appropriate for the attention of my Cabinet colleague, the Minister for Health.

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