Written answers
Tuesday, 29 April 2025
Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth
Cancer Services
Colm Burke (Cork North-Central, Fine Gael)
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1994. To ask the Minister for Health to confirm that those who have undergone breast surgery and require breast prothesis and supports, that they can access these products in any facility in the country which provides such supports; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18603/25]
Jennifer Carroll MacNeill (Dún Laoghaire, Fine Gael)
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As of December 2024, the annual allowance provided by the Health Service Executive (HSE) towards the provision for post-mastectomy products following cancer-related treatment has been standardised nationwide.
Further information can be found at the following link www2.hse.ie/conditions/mastectomy/#getting-help-with-the-cost .
Suppliers who have indicated to the HSE their intention to provide these services can provide these products to patients. The local Health office can provide more information regarding suppliers.
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