Catherine Connolly

Independent · Galway West

Activity on Health — 1113 events (23 lobbying · 1051 questions · 69 votes) full profile →

• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  Novartis Ireland Limited Health

  • AI4Ireland meeting with Oireachtas members
• 2026-01-21
  LOBBY
  The Asthma Society of Ireland Health

  • AV Room Briefing for World Lung Day
• 2026-01-20
  LOBBY
  The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Agriculture

  • IFA Budget 2026 Briefing
• 2026-01-20
  LOBBY
  Mental Health Reform Health

  • Mental Health Bill 2024 -Legislative reform
• 2026-01-20
  LOBBY
  Merchants QuayIreland Ltd Community

  • Proposals re drug treatment, homelessness, mental health and related matters
• 2025-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if her Department’s review of the development control plan and strategic assessment report for the University Hospital Galway campus has been completed to date; if not, the expected timeline for the review to be completed and the documents returned to the HSE; the details of the enabling works underway; the details of any further enabling works planned; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52567/25]
• 2025-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of the promised new primary care centre on Inisbofin, following the transfer of land on which the airstrip is located from the Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht in October 2024; the timeline for the delivery of the primary care centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52337/25]
• 2025-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the total bed capacity of a community nursing unit in Carraroe (details supplied); the number of beds currently in use in the unit; the number of beds currently closed in the unit; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52338/25]
• 2025-09-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the full roll-out of newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy; the reason for the delay in including this condition in the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50780/25]
• 2025-09-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the full roll-out of newborn screening for severe combined immunodeficiency; the reason for the delay in including this condition in the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50781/25]
• 2025-09-22
  LOBBY
  Epilepsy Ireland Health

  • Seeking Deputies submit parliamentary questions on the status of epilepsy services in their local hospitals.
• 2025-09-19
  LOBBY
  Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association Agriculture

  • Farmer well-being and mental health advocacy
• 2025-09-15
  LOBBY
  Rosetta Care Ltd Health

  • Increased funding supports to independent nursing home operators, legislative changes review, budget submission
• 2025-09-15
  LOBBY
  Dexcom Health

  • Diabetes Policy in Ireland
• 2025-09-12
  LOBBY
  Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation

  • Support for Classification of HHC as a Schedule 1 Controlled Drug
• 2025-07-15
  PQ
  Asked Rural

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht the total costs to date of the construction and operation, the current number of full- and part-time employees, and the full nature of the work of the hi-tech health facilities at the two Údaras na Gaeltachta industrial estates of GTeic An Spidéal, Páirc na Meán, An Spidéal, County Galway, H91CH01, and An Tulach 1, Eastat Tionscail na Tulaigh, Tully, Ballynahown, County Galway, H91AK24. [39135/25]
• 2025-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the supports available to ensure people with cerebral palsy can adapt their cars to continue living independent lives; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38103/25]
• 2025-07-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the consideration given to introducing an amendment to the primary medical certificate eligibility criteria to ensure people of various disabilities currently excluded from applying for the disabled drivers and disabled passengers scheme can do so into the future; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38104/25]
• 2025-07-09
  VOTE
  Mental Health Bill 2024: Report and Final Stages

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 86–69
• 2025-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of children who have potentially been left infertile or at risk of cancer due to not receiving surgery for undescended testicles in a timely manner; the number of guardians and parents of potentially impacted children contacted to be made aware of these concerns; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34918/25]
• 2025-06-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the establishment of an ambulance base at Recess, County Galway; if the design team has now completed the tender documentation; if the project has gone to tender; the timeline for the delivery of the project; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34919/25]
• 2025-06-25
  VOTE
  Healthcare (Transparent Payments) Bill 2022

  A bill to require pharmaceutical companies, medical equipment suppliers and their servants or agents, to declare payments, gifts, donations or other transfers of values provided to healthcare professionals or health care organisations on an annual basis.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 85–67
• 2025-06-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to provide details on the services currently provided for adult patients with epilepsy at a hospital (details supplied); the number and grade of staff that are currently attached to this service at this site; the number of staff vacancies within this service; the number of epilepsy patients currently registered with this service; the number of patients currently awaiting first consultations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34146/25]
• 2025-06-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to provide details on the services currently provided for paediatric patients with epilepsy at a hospital (details supplied); the number and grade of staff that are currently attached to this service at this site; the number of staff vacancies within this service; the number of epilepsy patients currently registered with this service; the number of patients currently awaiting first consultations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34147/25]
• 2025-06-18
  VOTE
  Mental Health Bill 2024 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for the admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres, of adult persons in certain circumstances and, for the involuntary admission of adult persons who meet the criteria for involuntary admission to such centres; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of adult persons to registered acute mental health centres; and, for those purposes, to provide for the establishment of mental health review boards; to provide for the care and treatment of adult persons in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to adult persons without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of adult persons who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the admission to and discharge from registered acute mental health centres of children on a voluntary basis and with parental consent; to provide for the involuntary admission to, and discharge from, registered acute mental health centres of children who meet the criteria for involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres by way of application to the District Court; to provide for the criteria for, and review of, involuntary admission of children to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the treatment of children in registered acute mental health centres and to provide that treatment, other than in certain limited circumstances, shall not be given to children without consent being given for such treatment; to regulate the application, in certain limited circumstances, of restrictive practices in respect of children who are admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for applications to be made to court to provide for the entitlements of persons admitted to registered acute mental health centres; to provide for the continuation in being of the Mental Health Commission and the Inspector of Mental Health Services; to provide for the establishment and maintenance of a register of acute mental health centres, a register of community mental health centres and a register of community mental health services for such centres and services registered under and in accordance with this Act; to provide for the regulation of mental health services including registered acute mental health centres, registered community mental health centres and registered community mental health services; to provide for the monitoring and enforcement of compliance with the provisions of this Act by the Mental Health Commission; to repeal the Mental Health Act 2001 and certain other enactments; to provide for the amendment of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 and certain other enactments; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–82
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86
• 2025-05-28
  VOTE
  Animal Health and Welfare (Ban on Fox Hunting) Bill 2025

  A bill to amend the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013 to ban the hunting of a fox or foxes; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 113–49
• 2025-05-20
  LOBBY
  Alcohol Action Ireland 3 returns Health

  • Health information labelling of alcohol products
  • Zero alcohol product advertising
  • Alcohol policy development
• 2025-05-20
  LOBBY
  College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health

  • Mental Health Bill 2024 and concerns re inability to provide treatment to all who will be involuntarily hospitalised due to current iteration.To provide descriptions using video recordings of people who had benefited from treatment under the current Mental Health Act explaining their illnesses and the necessary treatment provided in a timely manner.
• 2025-05-20
  LOBBY
  Epilepsy Ireland Health

  • That the Deputy would submit questions regarding the status of the epilepsy pregnancy register and the status of the implementation of the recommendations for the women with epilepsy model of care
• 2025-05-16
  LOBBY
  Sage Advocacy Health

  • services provided by Sage Advocacy to survivors of institutional abuse
• 2025-05-15
  LOBBY
  Rare Diseases Ireland Health

  • Re-launch All Party Group on Rare Diseases. Update on the need for a new National Strategy for Rare Diseases, including background data on rare diseases in Ireland and the challenges that people living with rare diseases face.
• 2025-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 137 of 6 March 2025, if the development control plan and the options appraisal process for the master plan for University Hospital Galway has now been completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23679/25]
• 2025-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps that have been taken to ensure that Clifden hospital remains open on a permanent basis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23680/25]
• 2025-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 187 of 5 March 2025, the current staffing shortfall at the HSE’s Galway community audiology services; when the posts will be filled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24343/25]
• 2025-05-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health in relation to home care assistants providing home support services, the official policy of the HSE in relation to home care assistants providing assistance with eating and drinking to clients with physical limitations on feeding; when, in what circumstances and on what terms, such assistance may be provided within each individual CHO, in tabular form; the reason for discrepancies between CHOs; the reason for the changes in such provision within the past year; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22050/25]
• 2025-05-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of employees that have not been released from their contracts within the time limit set out for post-recruitment release arrangements under the HSE HR Circular 001/2015; and having been offered a new position, the particulars of the positions; the steps being taken to ensure compliance with the circular; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22596/25]
• 2025-04-30
  LOBBY
  Galway Centre for Independent Living Health

  • Highlighting the challenges faced by not for profit healthcare providers in the disability sector
• 2025-04-30
  VOTE
  Unnecessary Hip Surgeries at Children's Health Ireland

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 85–68
• 2025-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the inquiry into the historical licencing and prescribing of sodium valproate in Ireland; when the inquiry began; if any interim reports have been published to-date; when it is expected to conclude; when the findings will be published; the terms of reference of the inquiry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20080/25]
• 2025-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 187 of 5 March 2025, if the information on staffing shortfalls at the HSE Galway community audiology service can now be provided; if the posts have now been filled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20082/25]
• 2025-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for audiology services by community health organisation, local health office and length of time waiting, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20083/25]
• 2025-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the staffing shortfalls in audiology services by community health organisation and local health office, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20084/25]
• 2025-04-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 187 of 5 March 2025, if the reply will now be provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16363/25]
• 2025-04-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for audiology appointments and treatment in CHO Areas 6, 7 and 9, broken down by children and adults, in tabular form; the length of time each has been waiting for an appointment; the number of staff vacancies in audiology in each CHO Area; the steps being taken to reduce waiting times; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16367/25]
• 2025-04-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1579 of 22 January 2025, if the reply might now be provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16442/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 1784 and 1785 of 9 September 2024, if the options appraisal process for the masterplan for University Hospital Galway which was due for completion in Q4 2024 has now been completed; if she will furnish a copy of the plan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9919/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 1784 and 1785 of 9 September 2024, the status of the Strategic Assessment Report/Preliminary Business Case (SAR/PBC); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9920/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update regarding the implementation of the maternity model of care for women with epilepsy; when the appointment of clinical posts at each of the maternity hubs will be complete; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10238/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the current status of the epilepsy pregnancy register; the resources which have been allocated to this register; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10239/25]
• 2025-03-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the Statutory Instruments she envisages being brought forward and signed by her Department during the first six months of 2025; to highlight in particular those concerned with the transposition and or implementation of further implementation of EU law requirements; those Statutory Instruments concerned with commencement of existing legislation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10332/25]
• 2025-03-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the current staffing shortfall at the HSE’s Galway community audiology service (details supplied); when these posts will be filled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9958/25]
• 2025-03-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1086 of 5 February 2024, when hormone replacement therapy will be freely available to those with a prescription; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9540/25]
• 2025-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for implementing the proposed changes to governance and safety regulations in the field of aesthetic medicine, with specific regard to dermal fillers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8877/25]
• 2025-02-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health in respect of each Bill for which her Department had responsibility and that was initiated in 2024, or that was enacted in 2024, to specify in which House of the Oireachtas the Bill was initiated; the number of ministerial or Government amendments submitted at each legislative Stage of the Bill; if the guillotine was used on the Bill in either House of the Oireachtas and the time allowed for each Stage; if ministerial or Government amendments to other legislation were only included in the Bill via amendment, after the Bill had been initiated, bypassing earlier Stages; the number of pages in the Bill when initiated and when it completed the legislative process, or as it currently stands amended for any lapsed Bills; if the Minister or the Government changed the scope of the Bill after it was initiated, and at which Stage and in which House this was done; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4250/25]
• 2025-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the national plan to make hormone replacement therapy free to all women, which was due to be introduced on 1 January 2025, has not been implemented; when the scheme will be operational; the details of the engagement between her Department and an organisation (details supplied) on the rollout of the measure; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2331/25]
• 2025-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of medical evacuations to Ireland of Palestinians in Gaza and in the West Bank to date; her plans for future evacuations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3080/25]
• 2025-01-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to confirm the care policy (details supplied); the reason for any difference in policy by CHO; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1572/25]
• 2025-01-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the HSE provides for different requirements of care in different CHOs; at what level of management and who is entitled to approve differentials in care between CHOs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1573/25]
• 2025-01-21
  LOBBY
  Irish Council for Civil Liberties Health

  • Mental Health Bill (2024)
• 2025-01-21
  LOBBY
  Irish Cancer Society 2 returns Health

  • General Election campaign
  • Radiation therapy services
• 2025-01-21
  LOBBY
  Reduced Risk Products Association Company Limited Health

  • The Reduced Risk Products Association conducted analysis of Census 2022 and the results of the Healthy Ireland Survey 2024 to examine the likely implications of proposed restrictions on flavoured vapes for adult vapers including smokers who rely on vapes to quit or reduce their smoking returning to smoking, with consequent impacts on deaths from smoking. This analysis was prepared on a Dail constituency basis and sent to all members of Dáil Eireann.
• 2025-01-20
  LOBBY
  College of Psychiatrists of Ireland Health

  • Letter to all TDs whom attended the 2nd stage Dail debate on the Mental Health Bill 2024 (18th & 19th Sep 2024) re comments that included incorrect details, inaccuracies and assumptions on both aspects of the Bill and its intended purpose and on aspects of services.
• 2025-01-20
  LOBBY
  Alcohol Action Ireland Health

  • Alcohol policy development in relation to a new strategy for alcohol and the establishment of an Alcohol Office
• 2025-01-17
  LOBBY
  Mental Health Reform 3 returns Health

  • Mental Health Reform's Mental Health Hustings
  • Mental Health Bill 2024
  • Follow-up on email invites by Suzanna Weedle to take part in our General Election hustings on mental health in the University of Galway on November 11th
• 2025-01-07
  LOBBY
  Galway Centre for Independent Living Health

  • Highlighting the challenges faced by not for profit healthcare providers in the disability sector
• 2024-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and location of all private nursing homes taken charge of by the HSE in each of the past five years; the dates on which those nursing homes were taken over, from which provider, and the reasons therefor; the length of time such nursing homes were under the charge of the HSE and or whether that arrangement is ongoing, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44409/24]
• 2024-11-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to his statement of 18 September 2024 (details supplied), the number of children evacuated from Gaza to Ireland to date; the number of children identified who have yet to be evacuated; when it is expected that such children will arrive in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44603/24]
• 2024-10-23
  VOTE
  Public Health Service Staffing · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 70–59
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 70–59
• 2024-10-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason a prescription is required for melatonin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42944/24]
• 2024-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to develop healthcare infrastructure in Carraroe, County Galway, with particular reference to the development of a primary healthcare centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38975/24]
• 2024-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2022 of 23 July 2024, if the workforce plan has now been completed for a community nursing unit (details supplied); the number and grading of staffing required to safely increase the available beds to 38; when those 38 beds will be occupied; the number of people waiting to access a bed in this nursing unit and or to transfer from another nursing home or unit to this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38976/24]
• 2024-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on a report (details supplied); if he will accept and implement the recommendations of the report; in particular, his plans to fully implement the recommendations on adequate staffing levels to safeguard vital cancer services into the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39381/24]
• 2024-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the staffing deficit at the radiation oncology centre for radiation therapy treatment in Saolta Centre Galway; the reason only three of the four linear accelerators are operating at full capacity; the reason only one of two CT scanners are operating to full capacity; his plans to ensure that all machines are operating at full capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39382/24]
• 2024-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth if a person who wishes to apply for an enhanced medical card or health supports payment under the mother and baby institutions payment scheme may do so without first making an application for a general payment, and, if accepted, thereby agrees to waive any right of action or discontinue any other instituted proceedings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36939/24]
• 2024-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the total value of funding expended by his Department through its medical card scheme and other Department-funded schemes on the purchase of medications manufactured by a company (details supplied) in 2023 and to date in 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36946/24]
• 2024-09-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to reduce expenditure on a company’s manufactured products (details supplied) and replace them with ethical alternatives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36947/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2510 of 23 July 2024, to provide an update on the subject access request/public-benefit corporation by the project team and the University Hospital Galway (UHG) capital programme oversight board for the new emergency department, women and children’s block in UHG; the timeline for when it is expected to move to pre-tender stage; to provide an update on the master plan for the UHG campus; the timeline for when it is expected to be completed and published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35028/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to outline the maternity facilities planned as part of the new women and children’s block in University Hospital Galway (UHG); the timeline for the completion of the new women and children’s block; the details of any interim maternity facilities planned for UHG, given the delays in the delivery of the new women and children’s block; the timeline for the delivery of any such interim facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35029/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2512 of 23 July 2024, for any update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the appointment of the architect-led design team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35030/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of any assessment carried out by his Department or bodies under the aegis of his Department into the adequacy of existing maternity care facilities at University Hospital Galway; when was the assessment carried out; the details of any reports completed or published on foot of the assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35031/24]
• 2024-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the opt-out register introduced as part of the Human Tissue (Transplantation, Post-Mortem, Anatomical Examination and Public Display) Act 2024; when the register will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35032/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of his engagement with regard to increasing optometrists’ fees; the reason for the delay in securing approval for the increasing of fees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33132/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of his engagement with regard to the promised over-8s public eyecare programme; the reason for the delay in securing approval for the roll-out of this programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33133/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the date on which the Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Act 2024 will be commenced in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31023/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1804 of 17 January 2024, the total bed capacity of a community nursing unit in Carraroe (details supplied); the number of beds currently closed in the unit; the number of beds currently in use in the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31086/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1804 of 17 January 2024, for an update on the outcome of the rolling recruitment campaign in a community nursing unit in Carraroe (details supplied); the number of additional staff now employed as a result of this recruitment campaign; the nature of the posts filled; the number of vacancies that remain; the nature of these posts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31087/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of his engagement with the Community Healthcare West with regard to the impact of the HSE recruitment embargo on the filling of vacant posts in a community nursing unit in Carraroe (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31088/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 19 of 13 June 2024, to provide an update on the SAR/PBC by the project team and the Galway University Hospital’s (UHG) capital programme oversight board for the new emergency department, women and children’s block in UHG; the timeline for when it is expected to move to pre-tender stage; to provide an update on the master plan for the UHG campus; the timeline for when it is expected to be completed and published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33353/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 19 of 13 June 2024, the status of the appointment process for a programme manager by the University Hospital Galway capital programme oversight board; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33354/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 865 of 11 June 2024, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the appointment of the architect-led design team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33355/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 866 of 11 June 2024, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city; the expected timeline for the delivery of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33356/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 867 of 11 June 2024, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33357/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for a breakdown of all respite beds in County Galway; the number of these that are currently operational and currently closed, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33358/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase optometrists’ fees, which have not been increased in over 20 years; the timeline for same; the reason for the delay in increasing the fees; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33359/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his Department has made proposals for the increase of optometrists’ fees to the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform; if so, the details of same; the details of his engagement with the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33360/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the Programme for Government commitment to roll out a national over-8s public eyecare programme; the reason for the ongoing delays in rolling out the programme; the timeline for the roll-out of the programme; the expected cost of the programme; the status of the promised implementation plan; when it will be published; the details of his engagement with the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform with regard to the roll-out of the national over-8s public eyecare programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33361/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for a national strategy on osteoporosis, which would cover diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33362/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the total funding allocated to osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment in each of the years 2019 to 2023, and to date in 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33363/24]
• 2024-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting for treatment for osteoporosis in CHO 2, by county and periods spent waiting, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33364/24]
• 2024-07-10
  VOTE
  Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Bill 2024

  A bill to prohibit the sale by retail of tobacco products to persons under the age of 21 years; and for those and other related purposes, to amend the Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2002 and the Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Act 2023; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 93–45
• 2024-06-18
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 1593 and 1594 of 21 March 2023, the details of the health and safety assessment underpinning his Department’s position not to permit motor caravans from parking overnight in Ros a'Mhíl Fishery Harbour Centre and the other five fishery harbour centres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26212/24]
• 2024-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Question No. 33 of 2 May 2024, to provide an update on the recruitment of the required staffing resources to ensure Clifden District Hospital can remain open on a permanent basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25537/24]
• 2024-06-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 38 of 2 May 2024, to provide an update on the SAR/PBC by the project team and the Galway University Hospital’s capital programme oversight board for the new emergency department, women and children’s block in UHG; the timeline for when it is expected to move to pre-tender stage; to provide an update on the master plan for the UGH campus; the timeline for when it is expected to be completed and published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25538/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the length of time that a service provider (details supplied) has been providing online mental health supports in Ireland; to detail the services they provide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25078/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the total annual cost to the exchequer for the provision of services by a provider (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25079/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to detail the procurement process involved in the appointment of a provider (details supplied) for the provision of online mental health supports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25080/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to outline the skills requirements for those working for a provider (details supplied) who provide online mental health services to the public; if the HSE undertakes vetting of these providers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25081/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of people referred to a provider (details supplied) since it began providing online mental health supports to-date in 2024; the number of people who have engaged with the platform; the number of hours of service provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25082/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to provide the business case on which the decision was taken to provide online mental health supports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25083/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 108 of 3 December 2021, if he will provide a copy of the Service Level Agreement between the HSE and a company (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25296/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the recent revision by the HSE of the Low Vision Aid Reimbursement Guidelines; the reason a three year time span has been introduced regarding the reimbursement of certain vision aids, in place of the previous one year time span; the reason for the new requirement that each application for reimbursement must now be accompanied by an ophthalmologist’s report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25440/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 241 of 1 May 2024, the update on the development of the new elective hospital in (details supplied); the status of the appointment of the architect-led design team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25493/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 242 of 1 May 2024, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city; the expected timeline for the delivery of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25494/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 243 of 1 May 2024, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25495/24]
• 2024-06-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of cyberattacks that have been carried out on the HSE, or organisations contracted to provide services to the HSE that may have access to patients’ sensitive information, to date in 2024; the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25547/24]
• 2024-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a comprehensive newborn screening programme, which would ensure that all babies born in Ireland are screened for the European average of 18 conditions at a minimum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24224/24]
• 2024-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 303 of 2 May 2024, if the review of the model of care for eating disorders planned during 2024 will examine the number of hospital admissions for eating disorders per year, given that the number of first time hospital admissions for eating disorders in 2022 was the highest since 2006; if the review of bed capacity already carried out took into account the number of hospital admissions for eating disorders, or if it focused solely on mental health facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23414/24]
• 2024-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 303 of 2 May 2024, the status of the review of the model of care for eating disorders; the timeline for the completion of the review; the details of who is carrying out the review; the terms of reference of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23415/24]
• 2024-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of hospital admissions for eating disorders in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23416/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase awareness about the importance of the use of sun cream in combatting skin cancer; the details of any discussions he has had with his counterparts in the Department of Finance regarding what concessions could be made in this area, including a reduction in or exclusion of VAT; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22446/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the implementation of each of the eight recommendations in the “Overview Report of HIQA’s Monitoring Programme against the National Standards for Safer Better Maternity Service, with a focus on obstetric emergencies” (2020); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22448/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the implementation of the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22449/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the funding that was provided to the National Maternity Strategy in each year from 2016 and to date in 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22450/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026, the status of the establishment of a clinical audit function for maternity services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22451/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026, the status of plans to develop a research strategy for Irish maternity services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22452/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026, the status of the review by NWIHP of the maternity and infant care scheme, in conjunction with the Primary Care Directorate; the details of any adaptations made or planned on foot of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22453/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026, the status of the stakeholder forum to assess the effectiveness of the maternity and infant care scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22454/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the revised National Maternity Strategy Implementation Plan 2021 – 2026, the status of the promised detailed national standardised dataset to support the effective monitoring and evaluation of the maternity and infant care scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22455/24]
• 2024-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the review of the infrastructural deficits that exist in every maternity unit and hospital, as recommended in a report (details supplied); the status of the implementation plan to bring each maternity unit and hospital into compliance with National Standards for Safer Better Maternity Services, National Standards for Safer Better Healthcare and the National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections in the Acute Healthcare Services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22456/24]
• 2024-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to outline, in tabular form, the benefits provided by a medical card and an enhanced medical card (as available to some persons pursuant to the mother and baby institutions payment scheme); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20724/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of his engagement to-date in 2024 with HSE West regarding the ongoing closure of Clifden District Hospital; the steps he has taken to ensure that the hospital reopens on a permanent basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19534/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 51 of 29 February 2024, for an update on the development of the SAR/PBC by the project team and the Galway University Hospitals Capital Programme Oversight Board for the new emergency department, women and children's block in UHG; the expected timeline for it to move to pre-tender stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19533/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of the new national model of care for eating disorders; the reason for the delay in the delivery of the promised 20 new inpatient beds; the timeline for when these 20 new beds will be delivered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20091/24]
• 2024-05-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of eating disorder outpatient teams across the country; the number of teams established to-date and the locations of same; the funding allocated to eating disorder outpatient teams in 2023 and 2024; his plans to allocate additional funding to eating disorder outpatient teams; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20092/24]
• 2024-05-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 162 of 28 February 2024, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; if the architect led design team has been appointed to-date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19544/24]
• 2024-05-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 164 of 28 February 2024, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city; the expected timeline for the delivery of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19545/24]
• 2024-05-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 165 of 28 February 2024, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19546/24]
• 2024-05-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for a breakdown of all respite beds in County Galway; the locations of same; the number of same that are currently operational and currently closed, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19547/24]
• 2024-04-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of epilepsy specialist nurse posts in the State; the number of these which are currently unfilled; the location of each epilepsy specialist nurse post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18653/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to establish a diabetes taskforce to develop a National Diabetes Strategy; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17481/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of any analysis carried out or commissioned by his Department or bodies under the aegis of his Department into the number of hospital-based diabetes clinics in Ireland that currently meet the recommended staffing levels of multidisciplinary diabetes team members, including consultant endocrinologists, advanced nurse practitioners, diabetes nurse specialists, dietitians, psychologists; the steps being taken to ensure that recommended multidisciplinary diabetes staffing levels are met in all paediatric and adult diabetes clinics; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17482/24]
• 2024-04-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of the promised new cancer care centre in Galway University Hospital; the timeline for the construction of the new centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17637/24]
• 2024-04-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1397 of 18 April 2023, his plans to allocate additional funding and resources to genetics services in Our Lady's Hospital Crumlin, in light of the ongoing delays in waiting times for diagnosis; the details of his plans to reduce the waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14284/24]
• 2024-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Education her plans to extend the package of supports for survivors of abuse in industrial schools, reformatories and related institutions to include a pension in recognition of the unpaid labour many did while in institutions or boarded out as children, access to the Health Amendment Act (HAA) medical card and housing supports as requested by an organisation (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12241/24]
• 2024-03-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend the special scheme to provide special leave with pay for eligible health sector staff in respect of long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12448/24]
• 2024-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason for the decision to discontinue HSE funding for a programme (details supplied); when the decision was made; the details of the analysis on which the decision was based; the details of any analysis carried out into the expected impact of the withdrawal of funding; the details of any engagement he or his Department has had with adult ADHD advocacy and representative groups in relation to the withdrawal of funding to this programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11286/24]
• 2024-02-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1805 of 17 January 2024, if his Department has concluded its review of the SAR/PBC for the new emergency department, women and children's block at University Hospital Galway; the expected timeline for it to proceed to pre-tender stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9509/24]
• 2024-02-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 146 of 31 January 2024, for an update on his engagement with persons with intellectual disability and their representative groups, with regard to the availability of dental services for persons with disabilities who are medical card holders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9508/24]
• 2024-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No, 142 of 18 January 2024, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; if stage 1 has concluded to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9576/24]
• 2024-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the promised surgical hub in Galway; to provide details on the project; the timeline for when the surgical hub will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9577/24]
• 2024-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No, 1922 of 11 September 2023, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway City West; the expected timeline for the delivery of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9578/24]
• 2024-02-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No, 1279 of 11 July 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9579/24]
• 2024-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the expert review of the paediatric orthopaedic surgery service at CHI; the timeline for the completion of the review; if he has received any interim reports to date; if so, his plans for the publication of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8844/24]
• 2024-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1797 of 18 April 2023, the progress of the vaccine injury compensation scheme for the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8182/24]
• 2024-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 149 of 31 January 2024, for a breakdown of the number of dentists who left the dental treatment services scheme, by year of leaving the scheme and by geographical area in Galway, where they had been providing dental care to medical card patients in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8254/24]
• 2024-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of dentist vacancies in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8255/24]
• 2024-02-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of dental nurse vacancies in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8256/24]
• 2024-02-21
  VOTE
  Healthcare Provision in Rural Communities

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 70–60
• 2024-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to review the health services currently covered by medical cards and GP visit cards, with a view to ensuring the inclusion of blood tests; the details of any recent engagement he or his Department has had with GP representative bodies with a view to reaching an agreement that no charges for blood tests would be applied in any circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7185/24]
• 2024-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the independent regulation of CAMHS under the Mental Health Act 2001, as recommended in a report (details supplied); the timeline for same; the reason for the delay in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6106/24]
• 2024-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of his engagement with an organisation (details supplied) with regard to issues around the availability of dental services for persons with disabilities who are medical card holders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4363/24]
• 2024-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for an audit of all dental services in Ireland to ascertain the level of medical card holders in their patient lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4364/24]
• 2024-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists in Galway who have signed up to provide dental care for medical card holders under the dental treatment services scheme; the number who have signed up nationwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4365/24]
• 2024-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists who left the dental treatment services scheme, where they had been providing dental care to medical card patients in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4366/24]
• 2024-01-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to ensure that all medical card holders can access dental health care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4367/24]
• 2024-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth further to Parliamentary Question No. 1352 of 17 February 2024, the steps to be taken by a person to have their application to the mother and baby institutions payment scheme given priority by reason of their age or their health; if a procedure is in place to facilitate such requests in advance of the opening of the scheme given the passage of time since its announcement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3562/24]
• 2024-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update regarding the appointment of an independent chairperson to the sodium valproate inquiry; when he expects the chairperson to be appointed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3302/24]
• 2024-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the inquiry into the historical licencing and prescribing of sodium valproate; the timeline for the inquiry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3303/24]
• 2024-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1288 of 7 November 2023, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the development of the pre-tender business case; the expected timeline for the project to proceed through Stage 2 of the Public Spending Code; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1956/24]
• 2024-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health what engagement he or his Department have had with University Hospital Galway in relation to the deficits identified, including relating to bed capacity and staffing in senior positions, in the HIQA inspection report dated 16 February 2023 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1955/24]
• 2024-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 51 of 9 November 2023, the details of any recruitment process underway to increase staffing levels in the Áras Mhic Dara community nursing unit in Carraroe to facilitate the use of all available beds in the unit; the number of beds currently operational in the unit; the number of beds currently closed in the unit; the number of beds currently in use in the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1959/24]
• 2024-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 72 of 9 November 2023, if the SAR/PBC for the new emergency department, women and children’s block at University Hospital Galway has been approved by the HSE to-date; the expected timeline for it to proceed to pre-tender stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1960/24]
• 2024-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been brought to a report (details supplied); his plans to address regional inequalities in access to long-term residential care; the details of any analysis carried out by his Department into the impact of the increase in private equity financed operators in Ireland’s long-term residential care sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1961/24]
• 2023-11-15
  VOTE
  Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–81
• 2023-11-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to carry out an audit of the provision of long-term residential care for older persons in Galway city and county provided by HSE West, to include an assessment of the number of beds vacant in each facility, the number of people on waiting lists in each facility and the average wait times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48549/23]
• 2023-11-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of any recruitment process underway to increase staffing levels in the Áras Mhic Dara community nursing unit in Carraroe to facilitate the use of all available beds in the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48473/23]
• 2023-11-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 46 of 21 September 2023, the status of the examination by the HSE of the completed SAR/PBC for the new emergency department, women and children’s block at University Hospital Galway; if the HSE has completed the examination to date; the timeline for the delivery of the new emergency department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48434/23]
• 2023-11-08
  VOTE
  Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 49–67
• 2023-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1046 of 20 September 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer and if it has concluded to date; the expected timeline for the development of the primary care centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48437/23]
• 2023-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1921 of 11 September 2023, if he will provide an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the development of the pre-tender business case, including the Draft Project Brief and Draft Procurement Strategy; the timeline for when he expects the project to complete Stage 2 of the Public Spending Code; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48435/23]
• 2023-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  D'fhiafraigh Deputy Catherine Connolly den Aire Sláinte an aithníonn sé na deacrachtaí atá roimh chainteoirí dúchais Ghaeilge i gcóras sláinte a chaitheann leo amhail is go bhfuil Béarla acu, cén obair atá ar bun ag a Roinn le cinntiú go bhfreastalófar ar riachtanais na gcainteoirí sin ag gach céim den chóras sláinte; agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [48531/23]
• 2023-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  D'fhiafraigh Deputy Catherine Connolly den Aire Sláinte an bhfuil an t-ainm fearainn moleanbh.ie nó a chomhionann ceannaithe ag an Roinn nó ag Feidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte le cinntiú go mbeidh an suíomh mychild.ie agus an t-ábhar a ghabhann leis ar fáil go hiomlán trí Ghaeilge don phobal; agus an ndéanfaidh sé ráiteas ina thaobh. [48532/23]
• 2023-10-25
  VOTE
  Health Service Funding

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 75–59
• 2023-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of Bills prepared by his Department in the 33rd Dáil to date; the number and title of those Bills that included a Regulatory Impact Assessment; the title of the RIAs published by his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41592/23]
• 2023-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for an update on the reopening of the day centre in Áras Mhic Dara in Carraroe; the reason the day centre did not reopen on 11 September 2023, as planned; if the promised bus service is in place to date; to clarify whether the promised nursing role has been filled to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40728/23]
• 2023-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1373 of 25 July 2023, to provide a status update on the Strategic Assessment Report/ Preliminary Business Case for the new emergency department, women and children's block at University Hospital Galway; the timeline for the completion of the SAR/PBC; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40729/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase the mental health budget to 10% of the total health budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40437/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress to date on the programme for Government commitment to establish a national leadership role for mental health in the HSE; the timeline for the role to be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40438/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to reform the Mental Health Act 2001; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40439/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase funding in Budget 2024 across a range of mental health areas, namely dual diagnosis, self-harm/suicide, early intervention in psychosis, eating disorders, ADHD and perinatal mental health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40440/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1375 of 25 July 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer and acquisition of the site; if a design team has been appointed to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40734/23]
• 2023-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the new surgical hub planned in advance of the delivery of the new permanent elective hospital in Merlin Park; the total projected cost of the surgical hub; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40735/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason for the significant delay in the completion of the external review from the South/Southwest Hospital Group about the maternal death of a person (details supplied) in University Hospital Kerry in April 2022, the review having first been sought by their family’s solicitor in May 2022, and which, under the HSE’s Incident Management Framework, should have been furnished no later than January 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38709/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the commencement of all sections of the Patient Safety (Notifiable Incidents and Open Disclosure) Act 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39210/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to the Sharing the Vision implementation plan 2022-2024, the status of the gap analysis of advocacy support needs; the status of the development of the implementation plan for advocacy services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39211/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 36 of 1 June 2023 and 1374 of 25 July 2023, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the development of the project brief, procurement strategy and detailed business case; if the HSE is on track to complete these documents by October 2023; if discussions with local planning authorities have commenced to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39212/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 1570 of 18 April 2023 and 1376 of 25 July 2023, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway City west; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39213/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the National Mental Health Clinical Programme for Adults with ADHD; the timeline for the full implementation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39425/23]
• 2023-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for a status update on the roll-out of specialised adult ADHD clinical services in CHO 2; when the services will be fully in place; the number of people on waiting lists for these services in CHO 2; the current waiting time for these services in CHO 2; the number of WTE staff allocated to these services in CHO 2; the current number of vacancies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39426/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 759 of 27 June 2023, for a status update on the Strategic Assessment Report/Preliminary Business Case for the new Emergency Department, Women and Children's Block at University Hospital Galway; the timeline for the completion of the SAR/PBC; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36873/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 36 of 1 June 2023, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status of the development of the project brief, procurement strategy and detailed business case; if the HSE is on track to complete these documents by October 2023; if discussions with local planning authorities have commenced to-date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36874/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No.55 of 1 June, 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer process; the expected timeline for the completion of the land transfer and acquisition of the site; the progress to-date on the appointment of a design team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36875/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1570 of 18 April 2023, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway City west; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36876/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 111 of 26 May 2022, his plans to introduce a vaccine compensation scheme, as recommended in a report (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36877/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36878/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of publicly funded IVF in CH02; the timeline for when publicly funded IVF will be available in CH02; to clarify the eligibility criteria whereby persons can avail of publicly funded IVF; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37046/23]
• 2023-07-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out, by CHO area, of the Model of Care for Fertility; the timeline for when the model will be completely rolled-out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37047/23]
• 2023-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health to detail the outcome of discussions with the European Commission following the latter's contact with the Irish authorities regarding Ireland's implementation of the Cross-Border Directive in light of the recent review by the Irish Ombudsman of the administration of the Cross-Border Healthcare Scheme established in Ireland under Directive 2011/24/EU, and the Treatment Abroad Scheme established under Council Regulation (EEC) No 1408/71 and operated under Council Regulation (EEC) No 574/72 which found numerous barriers to access for Irish patients to both schemes, as well as problems with their administration by the Irish Health Service Executive (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34410/23]
• 2023-06-27
  PQ
  Asked Public Expenditure

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform for details of the engagement his Department has had with the Department of Health and the HSE with regard to the recent changes to the public spending code, and in particular the introduction of a three-stage approvals process, and the impacts of these changes on an ongoing project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31301/23]
• 2023-06-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for details of any engagement his Department and the HSE has had with the Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform with regard to the recent changes to the public spending code, and in particular the introduction of a three stage approvals process, and the impacts of these changes on an ongoing project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31302/23]
• 2023-06-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of free GP care for children aged six and seven years, as announced as part of Budget 2023; the timeline for the roll-out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29014/23]
• 2023-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 40 of 20 April 2023, if he will provide an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the expected timeline for the design team to be in place; the expected timeline for the site investigations to be carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26407/23]
• 2023-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1569 of 18 April 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer process; the expected timeline for the completion of the land transfer; the progress to-date on the appointment of a design service for the primary care centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26571/23]
• 2023-05-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he was made aware of reports of a recent visit by Ireland’s National Ambulance Service to Israel to study the operations of Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency medical service established by the Israeli government; his views on whether such a visit was appropriate in view of reports of repeated attacks by Israeli forces on Palestinian emergency relief rescuers and health personnel as well as numerous attacks by illegal Israeli settlers on Palestinian ambulance cars with the acquiescence and support of Israeli security forces; if he is concerned that such a visit might be seen to justify these Israeli actions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26586/23]
• 2023-05-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on the recently reported visit by Ireland’s National Ambulance Service to Israel to study the operations of Magen David Adom, Israel’s national Emergency Medical Service established by the Israeli Government; his views on whether this visit was appropriate in view of the many recent reports of a dramatic increase in attacks by illegal Israeli settlers in the Palestinian Territory on treatment centres and health workers, and the daily obstruction of the movement of ambulances and paramedics with the compliance of the Israeli military, and the unwillingness of the Israeli authorities to uphold their obligations as the occupying power, as reported by the UN General Assembly last October; if this visit was approved by him beforehand; if the Minister for Foreign Affairs was consulted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26587/23]
• 2023-05-31
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Bill 2023 · 2 divisions

  A bill to amend the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018 to provide for abortion on request prior to foetal viability; to abolish the 3 day waiting period for abortion on request; to allow for abortion on grounds of fatal foetal abnormality that are likely to lead to the death of the foetus either before or within a year of birth; to allow for abortion where there is a risk to the life, or of serious harm to the health, of the pregnant woman; and to decriminalise the provision of abortion.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 67–64
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 61–74
• 2023-05-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the expenditure of the national treatment purchase fund in each year for which data is available; the amount of NTPF funding spent in public hospitals in each year for which data is available; the amount of NTPF funding spent in private hospitals in each year for which data is available; the total funding of the NTPF in each year for which data is available; the number of patients that benefitted from the fund each year for which data is available; the number of patients treated via the NTPF in public hospitals and private hospitals, in tabular form, in each year for which data is available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25794/23]
• 2023-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of legislation on safe access zones; the timeline for this legislation to come before the Houses of the Oireachtas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23306/23]
• 2023-05-10
  VOTE
  Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2022: Report and Final Stages

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 50–63
• 2023-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to the publication of 'The Independent Review of the Operation of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018, when the 'providers' research' as referenced in the report will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20842/23]
• 2023-04-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the review by the HSE of the current arrangement around the provision of cariban under the community drug schemes, and in particular the requirement that the initial prescriber be a consultant obstetrician; the terms of reference of the review; the timeline for the completion of the review; his plans to publish the recommendations of the review; if he will provide details of any representative groups being consulted as part of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19173/23]
• 2023-04-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 129 of 16 February 2023, the status of the review by his Department of the Strategic Assessment Report for the new emergency department in University Hospital Galway; if the SAR examination has been completed to date; if the SAR has been submitted to the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform for review; the expected timeline for the proposal to be developed into a Preliminary Business Case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17292/23]
• 2023-04-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 832 of 14 February 2023, for an update on the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the status to date of the development by the HSE of the detailed project brief, procurement strategy and pre-tender business case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17291/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the scientific evidence to support the assertion in the Connacht Tribune on 24 March 2023 by the Marine Institute that Salmonid Rickettsial Septicaemia (SRS) "poses no risk to human health"; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16996/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to allocate additional funding and resources to genetics services at Children’s Health Ireland, Crumlin, in order to reduce waiting lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16536/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the National Strategy for Accelerating Genetics and Genomics Medicine in Ireland; the status of the development of the promised National Testing Directory for genetics and genomics; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16537/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to the National Strategy for Accelerating Genetics and Genomics Medicine in Ireland, the status of recruitment of the recently approved posts of National Director for Genetics and Genomics, Bioinformatics Lab Director, two clinical genetic consultants and six genetic counsellors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16538/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to develop a revised National Rare Disease Plan; the timeline for the development of the plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16539/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 833 of 14 February 2023, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer process; the expected timeline for the completion of the land transfer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17270/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 834 of 14 February 2023, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city west; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17271/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the reopening of the day centre in Áras Mhic Dara in Carraroe; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17272/23]
• 2023-04-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 844 of 31 March 2021, the progress of the vaccine injury compensation scheme for the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18337/23]
• 2023-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the payment of the enhanced travel and subsistence scheme for student nurses and midwives in years one to three of their training, whereby each will receive €500 per year; the details of the Departmental circular outlining the details of the enhanced scheme; the number of payments that have been made to date under the enhanced scheme; the number of such payments outstanding; the reason for any delays in making the payments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15816/23]
• 2023-03-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to carry out a review of the HSE acute care active performance management system, as recommended in the 2022 Spending Review Report, Hospital Performance: An Analysis of HSE Key Performance Indicators; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13578/23]
• 2023-03-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to expand public healthcare services for children with disabilities, with a view to decreasing the use of private providers in this area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12050/23]
• 2023-03-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the HSE has ceased funding under the treatment abroad scheme for young persons suffering from brittle bone disease who have been undergoing treatment abroad in the UK for many years, as in a particular case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11603/23]
• 2023-02-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans for a new model 4 hospital in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7237/23]
• 2023-02-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Number 29 of 8 December 2022, the status of the examination by his Department of the strategic assessment report regarding the new emergency department at University Hospital Galway; if the SAR examination has been completed to date; if the SAR has been submitted to the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform for review; the expected timeline for the proposal to be developed into a preliminary business case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7238/23]
• 2023-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health in view of the comments made by the Minister for Social Protection at the Oireachtas Select Committee on Social Protection on 1 February 2023 (details supplied), if the views of his Department have been provided to the Department of Social Protection regarding the recognition of long Covid as an occupational illness; if not, the reason therefore in light of the fact that a failure to act in this regard is leaving long-covid sufferers who contracted covid while working on the front line during the pandemic, in unacceptable limbo; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7263/23]
• 2023-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 73 of 8 December 2022, the status of the development of the new elective hospital in Merlin Park; the timeline for the delivery of the new elective hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7283/23]
• 2023-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 169 of 7 December 2022, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the land transfer process; when he expects the land transfer to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7284/23]
• 2023-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 170 of 7 December 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city west; the expected timeline for the delivery of the proposed primary care centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7285/23]
• 2023-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide the details of any engagement he or his Department has had with representatives of an organisation (details supplied) with regard to the decision not to extend the pandemic recognition payment to employees of this organisation, in spite of their frontline work and continuity of service through all stages of the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7286/23]
• 2023-02-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; when the completed review will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6365/23]
• 2023-02-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health with regard to the drug payment scheme, the analysis that his Department or the HSE has carried out into removing the requirement for the original prescriber of cariban to be a consultant, in order that GPs would have the authority to be the original prescriber for this medication; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6371/23]
• 2023-02-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the process whereby pregnant women experiencing extreme nausea can obtain access to cariban; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6372/23]
• 2023-02-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of cariban prescriptions processed to date under the drug payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6373/23]
• 2023-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to section 43 of the Residential Institutions Statutory Fund Act 2012; the amount paid into the special account maintained by the Minister for Health to be used as contributions towards the costs of the National Children's Hospital to date in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5050/23]
• 2023-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he is satisfied that the Health Products Regulatory Authority is providing data on adverse drug reactions in a timely manner to the European Medicines Agency, given there appears to be a difference between the number of adverse drug reactions on the HPRA website in regard to certain drugs (details supplied) and the number of adverse drug reactions recorded on the relevant EMA database; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2488/23]
• 2023-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of pandemic recognition payments made to non-HSE section 38 organisation staff in each of the months April to December 2022, and to date in January 2023; the number of payments outstanding in this category; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2671/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of pandemic recognition payments made to HSE employees in each of the months April to December 2022 and to-date in January 2023; the number of payments outstanding in this category; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1616/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of pandemic recognition payments made to Section 38 employees in each of the months April to December 2022 and to-date in January 2023; the number of payments outstanding in this category; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1617/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of pandemic recognition payments made to support staff employed by HSE Section 38 employers in each of the months April to December 2022 and to-date in January 2023; the number of payments outstanding in this category; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1618/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of pandemic recognition payments made to private nursing home staff in each of the months April to December 2022 and to-date in January 2023; the number of payments outstanding in this category; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1619/23]
• 2023-01-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 303 of 15 December 2022, the number of appeals received with regard to the pandemic recognition payment; the number of appeals upheld; the number of appeals dismissed; the number of appeals outstanding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1645/23]
• 2022-12-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of the pandemic recognition payment to eligible Section 38 employees who have not yet received the payment; the steps they must take in order to receive the payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62854/22]
• 2022-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the services currently available to persons diagnosed with foetal valproate spectrum disorder; to outline the pathways whereby persons can access these services within their communities following a diagnosis; the details of the engagement between the HSE and his Department to improve access to services for persons with foetal valproate spectrum disorder; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62531/22]
• 2022-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the proposal to establish an ambulance base at a location (details supplied); if a planning permission application has been made to date; the details of the engagement between HSE capital and estates and Galway County Council with regard to the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62556/22]
• 2022-12-14
  VOTE
  Current Issues Affecting the Health Services · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 72–53
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 72–53
• 2022-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to parliamentary Question No. 314 of 24 November 2022 and the national development plan commitment to deliver a cancer care centre, with appropriate infrastructure, at University Hospital Galway, if the HSE's national capital and property steering committee has commenced its review of the project; the expected timeline for the steering committee to make its decision on the proposed cancer care centre; the details of any planned interim cancer care infrastructural improvements for the hospital, particularly in view of the fact that the 2019 options appraisal for model 4 hospital services identified the existing facilities as "in urgent need of replacement"; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61359/22]
• 2022-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 132 of 20 October 2022, the status of the examination by his Department of the strategic assessment report regarding the new emergency department, ED, at University Hospital Galway; the expected timeline for the delivery of the new ED; the reasons for the delay in the delivery of the new ED, particularly in view of the expected timeline as set out in the 2019 options appraisal for model 4 hospital services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61358/22]
• 2022-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 98 of 20 October 2022, the expected timeline for when he will bring the memorandum regarding the new elective hospital for Galway before Government; if the promised new elective hospital for Galway will be located on the Merlin Park site; if this will be a stand-alone facility, separate from the preferred option recommended in the 2019 options appraisal for model 4 hospital services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61355/22]
• 2022-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to correspondence (details supplied); the details of the update in 2021 of the options appraisal for model 4 hospital services published in 2019, as referenced in the letter; if the updated options appraisal has been published; if so, if a copy of the updated Options Appraisal will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61357/22]
• 2022-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the preferred option in the 2019 options appraisal for model hospital services; the status of the 2019 options appraisal as regards providing a framework for the future development and upgrading of Galway hospital facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61356/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2057 of 8 September 2022, if the two new replacement orthopaedic theatres at Merlin Park hospital are fully operational to date; the number of theatre sessions currently provided per week through each of the two new theatres; if he will provide an update on the recruitment of staff for the theatre sessions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61376/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to restore respite and day care facilities at a centre (details supplied) in Carraroe; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61377/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 250 of 19 October 2022, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; to provide a status update on the land transfer process; to provide details of the HSE’s engagement with Galway County Council and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media since the beginning of November 2022 with regard to progressing the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61378/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 253 of 19 October 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city west; if the planning permission application has been lodged to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61379/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health for a status update on the recruitment campaign for staff nurses for Clifden District Hospital; the number of vacant nursing posts at Clifden District Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61380/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of days that Clifden District Hospital remained closed in view of the announced closure of the hospital planned for 24 to 27 November; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61381/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when day centre provision will be restored to pre-Covid levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61382/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 254 of 19 October 2022, the number of respite beds currently operational in Galway city and county; the locations of same; the timeline for when respite provision in Galway city and county will be restored to pre-pandemic levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61383/22]
• 2022-12-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 255 of 19 October 2022, for an update on any engagement she has had with the HSE with regard to the relocation since September 2022 of day care services from St Brendan’s community nursing unit, CNU, in Loughrea to a hotel (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61384/22]
• 2022-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to establish a community neuro-rehabilitation team in CHO2 and in each CHO area in which a neuro-rehabilitation team has yet to be established; the date by which each neuro-rehabilitation team will be established; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60171/22]
• 2022-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to move to an informed consent model for transgender healthcare provision, which would be led by GPs in the community; if he will provide details of any engagement he has had with the transgender community in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59591/22]
• 2022-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Social

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will provide a schedule of financial supports available to health care workers who suffer from long Covid following being infected with the virus in the course of their duties. [58604/22]
• 2022-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to the National Development Plan 2021-2030, if he will provide a status update on the development of the promised cancer care centre for Galway University Hospital; the timeline for the completion of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58601/22]
• 2022-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a schedule of financial supports available to health care workers who suffer from long-Covid following being infected with the virus in the course of their duties. [58603/22]
• 2022-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to add conditions requiring long-term warfarin therapy to the list of medical conditions that qualify under the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58241/22]
• 2022-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to add autoimmune disease to the list of medical conditions that qualify under the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58242/22]
• 2022-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to open a walk-in warfarin clinic in Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58115/22]
• 2022-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the consideration that has been given to the reimbursement of international normalised ratio test strips and machines for warfarin patients, in view of the considerable upfront, as well as long-term, financial costs of treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58116/22]
• 2022-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to add antiphospholipid syndrome to the list of medical conditions that qualify under the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58117/22]
• 2022-11-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to add lupus to the list of medical conditions that qualify under the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58118/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement that he has had with a representative body (details supplied) with a view to ensuring that medical card or GP visit card holders will not be charged for phlebotomy services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57069/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the number of complaints that have been made to HSE local health offices regarding charges for phlebotomy services by local health office, in 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; the number of complaints that were upheld; the number of complaints that were dismissed; the number of complaints that are pending investigation; the number of refunds issued; the total value of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57101/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the provision of telemedicine consultation for abortion services is not being withdrawn; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57120/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the organisation or body that is in charge of decommissioning ambulances; the details of the policy in place as regards the decommissioning of ambulances; the process whereby a person or organisation can apply to become a vendor to look after the decommissioning of ambulances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57122/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the point in the life-cycle of an ambulance at which it must be decommissioned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57123/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency ambulances, intermediate care ambulances and rapid response vehicles decommissioned by the HSE National Ambulance Service in 2020, 2021 and to-date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57124/22]
• 2022-11-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of new emergency ambulances, intermediate care ambulances and rapid response vehicles acquired by the HSE National Ambulance Service in 2020, 2021 and to-date in 2022, in tabular form; the number currently in use; the number awaiting entry into service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57125/22]
• 2022-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 561 of 14 September 2022 and 169 of 22 June 2022, the reason for the delay in the payment of the pandemic recognition payment to eligible staff of private nursing homes; when the payments will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56585/22]
• 2022-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 316 of 12 May 2022, when the ban on water births in the community will be lifted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55962/22]
• 2022-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the HSE with regard to a proposal (details supplied) to restrict home births to women living within 30 minutes of a maternity hospital; his plans to ensure access to home births in Ireland is not contingent on geographical location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55963/22]
• 2022-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE physiotherapists currently in position in St. Vincent’s public long-Covid clinic; the number of vacant WTE physiotherapist posts in St. Vincent’s public long-Covid clinic; the status of recruitment of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54404/22]
• 2022-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of WTE clinical psychologists currently in position in St. Vincent’s public long-Covid clinic; the number of vacant WTE clinical psychologist posts in St. Vincent’s public long-Covid clinic; the status of recruitment of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54405/22]
• 2022-11-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the plans to bring the pay of workers in Section 39 organisations in line with the public service pay agreement entitled Building Momentum and successor agreements; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54613/22]
• 2022-10-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the staff census and workforce review of community disability network teams 2022, due to have been undertaken on 12 October 2022; the current vacancy rate by discipline and CHO area in tabular form; the CHO2 vacancy rate by region and discipline; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53308/22]
• 2022-10-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the plans for a new elective hospital in Merlin Park, Galway; the timeline for the completion of the project; if this is phase one of the new elective and acute hospital proposed for the MPUH site, as set out as the preferred option in the Saolta University Health Care Group’s “Options Appraisal for Saolta Model 4 Hospital Services in Galway” 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52192/22]
• 2022-10-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 100 of 12 July 2022, if the examination by his Department of the HSE’s strategic assessment report regarding the new emergency department in University Hospital Galway has been completed to date; the status of the updated preliminary business case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52191/22]
• 2022-10-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 208 of 12 October 2022, that recipients of the supplementary blind welfare allowance will receive a cost-of-living double payment in October 2022 and a Christmas bonus double payment in respect of their supplementary blind welfare allowance payment; the reason information on these double payments is not available on the HSE website; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52499/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the research commissioned by his Department to inform the three-year review on the implementation of Termination of Pregnancy Services (the service providers' perspective) which was due to be completed in September 2022; when the report will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52106/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 230 of 25 May 2022, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; if he will provide a progress update on the site acquisition; the details of his and the HSE’s engagement with Galway County Council and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media since June 2022, with regard to progressing with the purchase of the identified site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52323/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 943 of 12 July 2022, the number of respite beds currently operational within Merlin Park community nursing unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52324/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of physiotherapists currently employed in Clifden District Hospital; the details of any recruitment campaign or plans for same for physiotherapist roles in Clifden District Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52325/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2056 of 8 September 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway west; the status of development of the traffic engineering studies; if the pre-planning meeting with the local authority has been arranged to date; the expected timeline for the submission of the planning application; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52326/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds currently operational in Galway city and county; the locations of same; when he expects respite provision to be restored to pre-pandemic levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52327/22]
• 2022-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement that he has had with the HSE with regard to the relocation in September 2022 of day care services from St Brendan’s CNU Loughrea to a hotel (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52328/22]
• 2022-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the expected timeline for the promised independent radiation therapist review; if he will provide an update on the development of the terms of reference of the review; when he expects the terms of reference to be finalised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50958/22]
• 2022-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of the support for the Irish survivors of thalidomide Bill; when he expects to publish the Bill; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50438/22]
• 2022-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase the rates of the blind welfare allowance, in view of the 12% increase in taxi fares which came into effect on 1 September 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50669/22]
• 2022-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health pursuant to Budget 2023, the timeline for when cariban will be made available on the drugs payment scheme and through the medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49614/22]
• 2022-10-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 877 of 19 October 2021 and No. 304 of 18 May 2022, his plans for the recruitment of 100 additional neurological nurse specialists including nine in University Hospital Galway, as highlighted in a campaign by an organisation (details supplied); the number of whole-time equivalent neurology nurses currently in position in the Hospital; the details of plans to recruit additional neurology nurses in the Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49138/22]
• 2022-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the national audit of CAMHS, following the Maskey report into south Kerry CAMHS; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48859/22]
• 2022-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the implementation of each of the 35 recommendations in the Maskey Report for south Kerry CAMHS in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48860/22]
• 2022-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Commission on Care; the terms of reference for the Commission; the membership of the Commission; the expected timeline for the completion of the Commission's work; the status of the initial review on all relevant age-related strategies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47974/22]
• 2022-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the work of the cross-departmental Strategic Workforce Advisory Group; the number of times the group has met to date; the dates of each meeting; if she has received the recommendations and proposed action plan from the group to date, as expected by September 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47975/22]
• 2022-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 505 of 20 September 2022, if he will provide details of the review commissioned by the HSE of the evidence regarding long-Covid, including the models of care in other jurisdictions, from the Health Information and Quality Authority; the other jurisdictions that are being studied as part of the review; when the review commenced; the timeline for the completion of the review; if the final review report will be published; the terms of reference of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47371/22]
• 2022-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement his Department or the HSE has had with Mayo County Council regarding the transfer of a site (details supplied) from the HSE to Mayo County Council to facilitate the relocation of an organisation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47375/22]
• 2022-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Social

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Social Protection if she will provide details of any reviews carried out or commissioned by her Department into the free travel scheme to assess whether the scheme is adequately addressing the needs of persons with long -term health conditions or disabilities; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46941/22]
• 2022-09-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the employees of a nursing home (details supplied) will receive the pandemic recognition payment; when employees of all private sector nursing homes will receive the payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46791/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to update the HSE guidelines on long-Covid to take into account research regarding the neurological symptoms of the disease; the engagement the HSE has had with infectious disease experts in the development of the Model of Care for long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45569/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of any training or advice currently provided to general practitioners with regard to supporting long-Covid patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45570/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the establishment of a centre for neurorehabilitation at the Mater Hospital, led by a team of neurorehabilitation specialists, neurologists, infectious diseases physicians, psychologists, psychiatrists and neurophysiotherapists, in order to improve treatment for patients of long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45571/22]
• 2022-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Scheme of Paid Leave for Public Health Service Employees with long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45572/22]
• 2022-09-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the analysis that his Department has carried out into extending the provision of medical cards to all persons with a serious spinal cord injury; his plans to extend medical cards to all persons with a serious spinal cord injury; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44652/22]
• 2022-09-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 169 of 22 June 2022, the reason for the delay in the payment of the pandemic recognition payment to eligible staff of private nursing homes; when the payments will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44689/22]
• 2022-09-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress to date on the examination by the HSE and the Department of Health into progressing the roll-out of the pandemic recognition payment to the list of non-HSE/non-Section 38 organisation types covered by the Government decision; the estimated timeline for when all eligible frontline workers, including healthcare facility cleaning staff subcontracted through a company (details supplied), will receive the pandemic recognition payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45142/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to include catering assistants in the pandemic bonus payment working in healthcare settings during Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42483/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of student nurses and midwives nationally who have received the pandemic recognition payment to date in 2022; the percentage of student nurses and midwives that that figure represents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42520/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of student nurses and midwives in University Hospital Galway who have received the pandemic recognition payment to date in 2022; the percentage of student nurses and midwives that that figure represents; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42521/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to meet representatives of the survivors of abuse by a person (details supplied) in relation to establishing an inquiry into the Lourdes Hospital and Fair Street Consulting Rooms in terms of the way that this abuse continued for so long; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42847/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a scheme for the automatic provision of medical cards for the survivors of abuse by a person (details supplied) many of whom continue to suffer mental and physical health effects as a result of the abuse; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42848/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of monkeypox vaccines administered to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42995/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the criteria applied to determine the person or body that is eligible for a monkeypox vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42996/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of monkeypox vaccines available; the anticipated number of persons who will require a vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42997/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the body of evidence used to inform the recent recommendation by the National Women and Infants Health Programme that no woman who lives further than 30 minutes away from a maternity hospital or maternity unit can give birth at home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42998/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the organisation structures and rationale of groups (details supplied) within the HSE; if he will confirm the person or body that has oversight over each of these groups; if he will outline to whom each of these groups are accountable; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42999/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1941 of 26 July 2022, the amount of the €557 million budget sanctioned for the Covid vaccination programme in 2022 that has been spent to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44212/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1943 of 26 July 2022, the status of the development of the new outpatients department in Merlin Park Hospital; if a building contractor has been appointed to date; if construction has started to date; the expected timeline for the new outpatients department to be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44213/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the information available from the HSE regarding uterine fibroids; his plans to ensure that accurate, up-to-date information on fibroids and fibroid treatments in Ireland is accessible to all women, and in particular those in marginalised communities; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the HSE website does not list fibroids in its A-Z list of conditions, despite the high prevalence of the condition among women, and its potentially debilitating side effects; the reason for this omission; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44214/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a matter (details supplied); the engagement that he or his Department has had with the affected patients and their families; the engagement that he has had with the Dental Council in relation to resolving this issue; his plans to provide an alternative care plan to the affected patients as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44215/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress to date of negotiations on a special scheme of paid leave for public health service employees with long-Covid; the expected timeline for the commencement of this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44216/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 942 of 12 July 2022, if he will provide an update on the delivery of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the details of any engagement that his Department or the HSE has had since June 2022 with the Department of Media, Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht and Sport as well as Galway City Council with a view to progressing the purchase of the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44217/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 941 of 12 July 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway West; if a planning permission application has been lodged to date, as per the expected timeline of quarter 3 of 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44218/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1942 of 26 July 2022, if the two new replacement orthopaedic operating theatres in Merlin Park hospital are fully operational to date; the number of theatre sessions currently provided per week through the two new theatres; if he will provide an update on the recruitment of staff for the theatre sessions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44219/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 943 of 12 July 2022, the number of respite beds currently operational within Merlin Park community nursing unit; if he will provide an update on the recruitment of staff to the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44220/22]
• 2022-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the processes and procedures that are in place to facilitate the collection of data on the number of patients accessing treatment abroad under the cross-border directive; the number of persons who used the cross-border directive to avail of health services in each of the years 2017 to 2021 and to date in 2022; the countries in which they received treatment; the medical procedures availed of; the cost per year in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44221/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of children’s disability network teams, by CHO area; the current number of vacant posts by CDNT and CHO area, in tabular form; the positions to which these vacancies refer; when it is anticipated that all vacancies will be filled; the reasons for ongoing vacancies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40150/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a situation relating to a service (details supplied); his plans to extend the pandemic recognition payment to eligible employees of this service; the details of any engagement that he or officials from his Department have had with representatives of this organisation with regard to extending the pandemic recognition payment to this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40376/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the publication of information for the non-HSE and non-section 38 organisation types covered by the Government decision on the pandemic recognition payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40377/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend free general practitioner care to children over the age of six years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40554/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend free dental care to all children in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40555/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of extending free optical and ophthalmic care to all children in Ireland; his plans to extend free optical and ophthalmic care to all children in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40556/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 111 of 26 May 2022, his plans to introduce a vaccine compensation scheme as per the recommendations of a report (details supplied); the status of the development of proposals regarding the establishment of a compensation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41320/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 354 of 14 July 2021, the status of the establishment of a Covid-19 vaccination compensation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41321/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the financial cost of the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out in Ireland; the details of the indemnity given to pharmaceutical companies in respect of Covid-19 vaccines, including the estimated cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41322/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the two new replacement orthopaedic operating theatres in Merlin Park Hospital; if they are fully operational to date; the number of theatre sessions currently provided per week through the two new theatres; the number of theatre sessions currently provided per week in the hospital as a whole; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41323/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of the new outpatient block in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41324/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of day centres in Galway city and county; the locations of all day centres in Galway city and county; the breakdown of the centres that are currently open to full capacity, partial capacity and those that are not open; the hours of operation of each day centre; the number of persons attending each day centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41325/22]
• 2022-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the day centre in St Brendan’s Hospital, Loughrea, will be reopened to full capacity in Q3 2022, if the hospital is on track to meet this deadline given the public commitment (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41326/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 43 of 26 May 2022, if the Strategic Assessment Report by the HSE regarding the new emergency department in University Hospital Galway has been submitted to his Department to date, as per the expected timeline of early Q3 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37624/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the shortage of nurses and nursing managers (details supplied) in University Hospital Galway and Merlin Park Hospital and the related impact on patient care; his plans for the expedited recruitment of nurses to these hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37623/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 77 of 26 May 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway west; if a planning permission application has been lodged to date, as per the expected timeline of Q3 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37690/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 230 of 25 May 2022, the status of the delivery of a primary care centre on Inishbofin; for details of any engagement his Department or the HSE has had to date in 2022 with the Department of Media, Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht and Sport as well as Galway County Council with a view to progressing the purchase of the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37691/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds currently provided in the Merlin Park older peoples short stay unit; the timeline for when admissions to the unit will increase to the promised thirteen-bed capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37692/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the Iris Clinic initiative by the National Maternity Hospital, which provides much-needed support to patients with hyperemesis gravidarum; his plans to roll-out similar initiatives in other hospitals in Ireland; the analysis that his Department has carried out into the level of unmet need as regards targeted supports for patients with hyperemesis gravidarum; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37693/22]
• 2022-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to include cariban on the drugs payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37694/22]
• 2022-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the expected timeline for the publication of the promised action plan covering 2022-2025 in relation to the disability action plan framework 2022-2025; the reason for the delay in the publication of same; the status of the development of the action plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36015/22]
• 2022-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to ensure that all information materials associated with his Budget 2023 announcement particularly in relation to existing and new residential supports, day places and respite supports will be accessible to persons with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36016/22]
• 2022-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he or the HSE has had with a company (details supplied) with a view to resolving the ongoing exclusion of a cohort of 35 children with certain genotypes from access to the cystic fibrosis modular drug therapy, kaftrio; the details of any engagement he has had with cystic fibrosis advocacy groups in 2022 with regard to this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36241/22]
• 2022-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 99 of 17 May 2022, if he will report on his Department’s role on the recently established Strategic Workforce Advisory Group which will examine and make recommendations around strategic workforce challenges in front-line carer roles in home support and nursing homes; the number of meetings attended to date by representative from his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34630/22]
• 2022-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the pandemic special recognition payment €1,000 per person will be made to non-HSE frontline healthcare workers; when staff in private nursing homes will receive the payment; the reason for the delay; the number of payments of €1,000 made to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32830/22]
• 2022-06-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to delays in the payment of the pandemic recognition payment to eligible staff of private nursing homes; when the payments will be made; the reasons for the delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32844/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds currently operational in Galway city and county; the locations of same; when respite services in Galway city and county will be fully restored to pre-pandemic levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29480/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds currently operational in each county in Ireland in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29481/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons currently on waiting lists for respite in Galway city and county; the number of these who have been waiting 0 to 6, 6 to 12, 12 to 18 and 18 to 24 months, 2 to 3 years and more than 4 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29482/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of step-down care services in Galway city and county; the number of step-down beds operational in Galway city and county; the step-down facilities currently in operation in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30090/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of step-down care services by CHO area; the number of step-down beds operational in each CHO area; the step-down facilities currently in operation in each CHO area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30091/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for respite in Ireland; the number of same who are awaiting a new service; the number awaiting additional services; the number of persons on waiting lists for respite services who have been waiting up to six months, between six and 12 months, between 12 and 18 months, between 18 and 24 months, between two and three years and more than four years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30092/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for home support in Ireland; the number of same who are awaiting a new service; the number awaiting additional services; the number of persons on waiting lists for home support services who have been waiting 0-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24 months, 2-3 years and more than 4 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30093/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for home support in Galway city and county; the number of same who are awaiting a new service; the number awaiting additional services; the number of persons on waiting lists for home support services in Galway city and county who have been waiting 0-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24 months, 2-3 years and more than 4 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30094/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of home support hours provided in Galway city and county in each of the months from February to May 2022; the number of clients in receipt of home support hours in Galway city and county in each of the months February to May 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30095/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in receipt of home support hours by CHO area in each of the months January to May 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30096/22]
• 2022-06-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in receipt of respite care by CHO area in each of the months January to May 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30097/22]
• 2022-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 240 of 3 May 2017, 1112 of 20 June 2017 and 1743 of 27 July 2021, if the information sought concerning the nature of negotiations between the State and an organisation (details supplied) during the transfer of St. Vincent’s Hospital from St. Stephen’s Green to Elm Park, concerning the agreement regarding the sale or transfer of the St. Stephen’s Green property after the hospital relocated and concerning all aspects of any agreement that have been honoured by the organisation; if any aspects of the agreement that have not been honoured can now be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28373/22]
• 2022-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the remedial actions that have been taken to date pursuant to the October 2021 inspection by the Health and Safety Authority of University Hospital Galway, including the temporary emergency department, as reported in an article (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26797/22]
• 2022-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 121 of 30 March 2022, his plans to restore respite provision in Galway city and county to pre-Covid levels; the number of respite beds currently provided in the Merlin Park older peoples services short stay unit; the timeline for when admissions to the unit will increase to the promised thirteen-bed capacity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26793/22]
• 2022-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 20 of 31 March 2022, the status of the Strategic Assessment Report by the HSE regarding the new emergency department in University Hospital Galway; if he has received the report to date; when he expects the updated preliminary business case to be brought forward for review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26796/22]
• 2022-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 81 of 31 March 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway west; if a planning application has been lodged to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26794/22]
• 2022-05-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a vaccine compensation scheme, as recommended in a report (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26795/22]
• 2022-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 123 of 30 March 2022, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; if he will provide a progress update on the site acquisition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26803/22]
• 2022-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the indemnity provided to pharmaceutical companies in respect of the Covid-19 vaccines; the cost of same to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26804/22]
• 2022-05-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 124 of 30 March 2022, the status of the construction of the two orthopaedic theatres with ancillary accommodation for the provision of elective procedures in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; if the handover of the facility has occurred yet; if the theatres are operational yet; the estimated timeline for when both theatres will be fully operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26805/22]
• 2022-05-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 877 of 19 October 2021, his plans for the recruitment of 100 additional neurological nurse specialists including nine in University Hospital Galway, as highlighted in a campaign (details supplied); the number of additional neurological nurse specialist positions filled in University Hospital Galway in 2021 and to-date in 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25258/22]
• 2022-05-17
  PQ
  Asked Social

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Social Protection the engagement that she has had with representatives of the home care sector, the Department of Health and the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation in 2021 and to date in 2022 with a view to urgently resolving the ongoing recruitment and retention challenges in the home care sector; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24519/22]
• 2022-05-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the ban on water births will be lifted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23907/22]
• 2022-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to establish a multidisciplinary long Covid clinic in each county that would include occupational therapists trained in fatigue management; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22706/22]
• 2022-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll out of dedicated clinics for patients with long Covid; the current waiting list in each clinic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22707/22]
• 2022-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the establishment of an investigation team into maternal deaths; the composition of this team; the status of same; the way it will be funded; the oversight by the Houses of the Oireachtas or the public that will be in place with particular reference to whether this will have an impact on undermining inquests into maternal deaths; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23035/22]
• 2022-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason persons availing of the Northern Ireland Planned Health Care Scheme are now required to supply bank statements proving payment for treatment, in addition to invoices, receipts, discharge letters as required under the Cross Border Directive; the reason this requirement is not outlined on the HSE website; the way in which this is in compliance with the GDPR; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23243/22]
• 2022-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend the pandemic recognition payment to clerical staff working on the frontline vaccination programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22263/22]
• 2022-05-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend the pandemic recognition payment to caretakers and cleaners working in health centres around the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22279/22]
• 2022-04-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the work of the infectious diseases clinical programme; the status of the establishment of a network of infectious diseases clinics; the number of such clinics established and operational to-date; the locations of all infectious diseases clinics, operational or planned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18993/22]
• 2022-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 129 of 15 February 2022 and with regard to the new emergency department and women and children's unit at University Hospital Galway, if his Department has received the preliminary business case from the HSE to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16773/22]
• 2022-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 183 of 2 December 2021 and 790 of 15 February 2022, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway west; the status of the preparation of the planning permission application; if the application has been lodged to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16774/22]
• 2022-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 786 of 15 February 2022, his plans to restore respite provision in Galway city and county to pre-Covid levels; the expected timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16726/22]
• 2022-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 784 of 15 February 2022, the status of plans for the relocation of the National Maternity Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16727/22]
• 2022-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 785 of 15 February 2022, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; the status of the acquisition of the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16728/22]
• 2022-03-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 789 of 15 February 2022, the status of the construction of the two orthopaedic theatres with ancillary accommodation for the provision of elective procedures in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; if the handover of the facility has occurred to date; the estimated timeline for when both theatres will be fully operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16729/22]
• 2022-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if employees of an organisation (details supplied) will be eligible for the once-off €1,000 pandemic bonus payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14962/22]
• 2022-03-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if employees of an organisation (details supplied) will be eligible for the once-off €1,000 pandemic bonus payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14963/22]
• 2022-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Women’s Health Action Plan; when he expects the plan to be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10211/22]
• 2022-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to include treatments for hyperemesis in the drugs payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10212/22]
• 2022-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to establish a working group under the auspices of the National Dementia Office and the HSE integrated care programme to determine the service requirements of persons with Huntington’s disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10230/22]
• 2022-02-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the establishment of dedicated specialist Huntington’s disease clinics in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10231/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to create an entire short stay ward in Merlin Park Hospital community nursing unit which would deliver a minimum of 13 respite beds; the impact assessment his Department has carried out regarding the ongoing shortage of respite beds in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7964/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 182 of 2 December 2021, the engagement he or his Department had with the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform in 2021 and to date in 2022 with regard to the approval process for the construction of the new emergency department and women and children’s unit in University Hospital Galway; when this matter is expected to come before Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7963/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he or his Department had with the relevant stakeholders in 2021 and to date in 2022 with regard to the approval process for the construction of the new emergency department and women and children’s unit in University Hospital Galway; the status of the business case review report; when this report is expected to come before Government; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8059/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans for the relocation of the National Maternity Hospital; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8052/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 185 of 2 December 2021, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; if the procurement of the identified site has been concluded by the HSE; the timeline for the selection and appointment of a design team for Inisbofin primary care centre; the timeline for the delivery of the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8053/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of respite services in Galway city and county; when respite services will be fully restored to pre-pandemic levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8054/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 182 of 2 December 2021, if the final preliminary business case report has been issued to his Department to date for technical review; the expected timeline for the development of the new emergency department and women and children’s project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8055/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the cross-departmental strategic workforce advisory group which will examine workforce challenges in home support and nursing homes; when the group will be operational; the membership of the group; the terms and reference for the group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8056/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 186 of 2 December 2021, the status of the construction of the two orthopaedic theatres with ancillary accommodation for the provision of elective procedures in Merlin Park University Hospital; when the new theatres will be fully operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8057/22]
• 2022-02-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 183 of 2 December 2021, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city west; the location of same; if a planning permission application has been lodged to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8058/22]
• 2022-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to publish the Safety Net 4 agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5852/22]
• 2022-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to publish the Safety Net 2 agreement; the total cost to date of the Safety Net 2 agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5853/22]
• 2022-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to publish the Safety Net 3 agreement; the cost to date of the Safety Net 3 agreement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5854/22]
• 2022-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the amount provided for the implementation of the National Cancer Strategy in each of the years 2017 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5937/22]
• 2022-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 174 of 14 October 2021, the status of the recruitment campaign for the six whole-time equivalent posts for area directors of public health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5561/22]
• 2022-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of times the regional health areas advisory group has met to date; the dates of the meetings; if minutes are taken and published in respect of the meetings of this group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5562/22]
• 2022-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 175 of 14 October 2021, the number of recruitment campaigns launched to date for the 34 whole-time equivalent consultant in public health medicine posts which are due to be in place by June 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5563/22]
• 2022-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 899 of 2 November 2021 and 658 of 25 January 2022, the reason that the first and second interim reports of the Farrelly Commission as published on the Departmental website appear to be the same document; if copies of both reports will now be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4746/22]
• 2022-02-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the current waiting list for child and adolescent mental health services in Galway city and county by area; the number of children that have been waiting three, six, nine months, one year, 18 months and two years, respectively; the average waiting time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4873/22]
• 2022-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 899 of 2 November 2021, the number of interim reports by the Farrelly commission of investigation that have not been published; when these reports will be published; if he will provide copies of the first and second interim reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3535/22]
• 2022-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to publish up to date age-related data in relation to Covid-19 cases and hospitalisations; the reason for the delay in publishing up-to-date Covid-19 statistics relating to children particularly in view of the recent rise in Covid-19 infections among children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3562/22]
• 2022-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the publication of numbers of confirmed Covid-19 cases by local electoral area on Ireland’s COVID-19 Data Hub website will resume; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2725/22]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in County Galway who have been approved for the home support service but are still on the waiting list; the number waiting over 6, 12, 18 and 24 months respectively; the longest period of time a person has been waiting; the average length of time that persons have been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62941/21]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each CHO who have been approved for the home support service but are still on the waiting list; the number waiting over 6, 12, 18 and 24 months respectively; the longest period of time a person has been waiting; the average length of time that persons have been waiting in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62942/21]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of homecare hours applied for by CHO2 in each of the past five years; the number of homecare hours granted in CHO2 over each of the past five years in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62943/21]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of homecare hours applied for in County Galway over each of the past five years; the number of homecare hours granted in County Galway over each of the past five years in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62944/21]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of all service providers providing home support services in Galway city and county in tabular form; the number of home support hours contracted to each service provider in Galway city and county in each month in 2020 and 2021, in tabular form; the number of home support hours delivered by each service provider in Galway city and county in each month in 2020 and 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63070/21]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the measures that are in place to ensure the updating of the EU Digital COVID Certificate to accommodate the booster vaccine given many persons will be unable to access vital services in some European Union member states in the absence of such a certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1080/22]
• 2022-01-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps a person must take to obtain a second certificate of recovery from Covid-19 for the purposes of the EU Digital COVID Certificate in cases in which a person has been infected with the virus for a second time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1138/22]
• 2021-12-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the assessment that has been carried out to date into the potential impact on COPD patients in Ireland further to a field safety notice (details supplied), particularly in view of the use of these devices in hospitals and community care settings; the actions taken to date in response to the field safety notice and with regard to ensuring that all affected patients are alerted to the notice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62164/21]
• 2021-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if persons presenting for Covid-19 vaccination post-infection with Covid-19 can opt to receive a vaccine (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61122/21]
• 2021-12-08
  VOTE
  Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 87–48
• 2021-12-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend the validity of the digital Covid-19 certificate to nine months for persons who have recovered from Covid-19 infection, particularly in view of HIQA's recommendation that the period of presumptive protective immunity following infection with Covid-19 should remain at nine months post infection; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59481/21]
• 2021-12-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for investment in additional MRI machines in County Galway; the details of analysis carried out or commissioned by his Department into the adequacy of MRI provision in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59480/21]
• 2021-12-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 435 and 436 of 13 June 2021, the status of the Strategic Assessment Report and Preliminary Business Case Report required in respect of the proposed emergency department and women and children’s block in University Hospital Galway; his plans to publish these reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59533/21]
• 2021-12-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 96 of 5 December 2018, the status of the proposed primary care centre for Galway city west; the location of same; when he expects the centre to be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59534/21]
• 2021-12-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the reconfiguration of the Galway Roscommon ASD service to the new Children’s Disability Network Services for Children and Young People; the engagement his Department has had with service users and their families with regard to the reconfiguration; the number of children who are currently on the waiting list for assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59535/21]
• 2021-12-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 680 of 15 September 2021, the status of the development of a primary care centre on Inisbofin; if a site has been purchased to date; if an application for planning permission has been submitted in respect of the promised primary care centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59536/21]
• 2021-12-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the construction of the two orthopaedic theatres with ancillary accommodation for the provision of elective procedures in Merlin Park University Hospital; if he expects construction to be complete by the end of 2021 as previously planned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59537/21]
• 2021-12-02
  VOTE
  Health (Amendment) (No. 3) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages · 2 divisions

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 48–60
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–63
• 2021-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 240 of 3 May 2017, 1112 of 2 June 2017 and 1743 of 27 July 2021, if the files have been retrieved; if not, when the files will be made available given that it is now over four and a half years since the initial request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58706/21]
• 2021-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to delays in the processing of overseas applications at the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland; the steps he is taking to address such delays; the way in which the new digitised system MyNMBI, which was launched in September 2020, has contributed to these delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58754/21]
• 2021-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland is progressing applications to support the overseas nursing recruitment campaign, encompassing 300 nursing staff, being undertaken by the Saolta Group; the number of applications to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland received to date; the status of those applications in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland system; if the first cohort of additional staff will be on the NMBI register in order to begin work with the Saolta Group in January 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58755/21]
• 2021-11-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of registered ICU nurses recorded as practising in this area on the new digitised registration system MyNMBI that is maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, from September 2020 to date in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58756/21]
• 2021-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 655 of 16 November 2021, his plans to carry out or commission a national audit to determine the number of stroke survivors in Ireland particularly in view of the fact that the most recent estimation of this kind was undertaken in 2008; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57454/21]
• 2021-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to open an additional Covid-19 test centre in Galway which would be located in the city centre and would operate seven days a week in order to facilitate increased and more timely testing for Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55716/21]
• 2021-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Number 872 of 19 October 2021, the recruitment process undertaken by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland for senior positions (details supplied) in tabular form; the number of applications received for each senior position; the number shortlisted for each senior position; the number who attended for interview for each senior position; the title and position of each interview panel member for each interview panel; if they were internal NMBI staff or external staff; if the successful candidate in respect of each position was an internal staff member, NMBI board member, NMBI committee member or external applicant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56041/21]
• 2021-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of the third Covid-19 vaccine dose in particular for those who are immunosuppressed or compromised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56057/21]
• 2021-11-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if up to date data is collected by the HSE regarding the number of stroke survivors in Ireland; if so, the number of stroke survivors in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56132/21]
• 2021-11-03
  VOTE
  Extension of Health (Amendment) Act 2020

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 82–43
• 2021-11-03
  VOTE
  Extension of Part 3 of the Health (Preservation and Protection and other Emergency Measures in the Public Interest) Act 2020 · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 82–44
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–66
• 2021-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to paragraph 4.1 on page 29 of the First Substantive Interim Report of the Farrelly Commission of Investigation (Certain matters relative to a disability service in the South East and related matters), when all eight of the earlier interim reports will be made available (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52368/21]
• 2021-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify recent reports that international surrogacy will be excluded from the upcoming assisted human reproduction Bill (details supplied); when legislation recognising international surrogacy alongside retrospective declaration of parentage will be published; if a group will have input into the draft legislation to ensure no child is left behind; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52915/21]
• 2021-11-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when EU Digital COVID Certificates will be issued to persons vaccinated outside the EU; the way in which such persons can access the certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52917/21]
• 2021-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with Saolta with regard to the vision and a masterplan for the Merlin Park University Hospital site, including clarification on the building projects completed there in the past five years; the building projects currently under construction; the building projects for which planning permission has been given but which have not yet commenced and further planned projects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50803/21]
• 2021-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the promised updated implementation plan for the National Maternity Strategy; when the plan will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50804/21]
• 2021-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the recruitment process undertaken by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland for senior positions (details supplied) in tabular form; the platforms on which these positions were advertised; the dates advertisements were placed on these platforms; if the positions were communicated via email alert to internal NMBI staff; the number of applications received for each position; the number of applicants shortlisted and interviewed for each position; the number of panel members on each interview panel; the title and or position of each panel member; and the relationship, that is, staff member, board or committee member, contractor and external member of each panel member to the NMBI in tabular form. [51225/21]
• 2021-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been brought to a campaign (details supplied) which calls for the recruitment of 100 additional neurological nurse specialists including nine in University Hospital Galway; his plans for the recruitment of these additional neurological nurse specialist positions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51230/21]
• 2021-10-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 683 of 15 September 2021, the status of the recruitment campaign for the six whole-time equivalent posts for area directors of public health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50219/21]
• 2021-10-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 683 of 15 September 2021, the number of recruitment campaigns launched to date for the 34 whole-time equivalent consultant in public health medicine posts which are due to be in place by June 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50220/21]
• 2021-10-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 683 of 15 September 2021, the status of the public health consultant recruitment working group; the number of times the working group has met to date; the membership of the working group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50221/21]
• 2021-10-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 684 of 15 September 2021, the analysis that his Department has carried out into the delays in recruitment of public health pandemic plan resources in the eastern region, which as of September 2021 was at 48% compared to an average of 68% across all eight departments of public health; the actions his Department is taking to fill the remaining vacancies in view of the stated competitive recruitment environment; when all 171 whole-time equivalent posts will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50222/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of whole-time equivalent cardiac physiologists employed in Ireland; the number of whole-time equivalent cardiac physiologist roles currently vacant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49096/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of echocardiogram machines in Ireland, including in acute hospitals and primary care; the location of these machines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49097/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients on waiting lists for echocardiography services; the number of these patients waiting 3, 6, 9, 12 and 18 months and 2, 3 and 4 plus years, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49098/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the updated implementation plan of the National Maternity Strategy will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49351/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 678 of 15 September 2021, the status of the establishment of a stakeholder group to address ongoing concerns relating to the use of sodium valproate; the membership of the stakeholder group; when he expects the stakeholder group to be up and running; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49698/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of recruitment for the six epilepsy specialist nurse posts approved by the HSE for the implementation of the Valproate Pregnancy Prevention Programme; the number of these posts that have been filled to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49699/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and value of all procurement contracts that took place by way of negotiated procedure without prior publication in 2020 and to date in 2021; and the date, value and purpose of each negotiated procedure contract in tabular form. [49732/21]
• 2021-10-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been brought to a recent academic study (details supplied) which has concluded that continued effort is needed around the awareness and implementation of the sodium valproate pregnancy prevention programme; his plans to address the findings of this study; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49856/21]
• 2021-10-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 431 of 13 May 2021, the reason data is not recorded on referral centres in relation to applications for prior authorisation and reimbursement made under the cross-border directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48778/21]
• 2021-10-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 431 of 13 May 2021, the number of applications for prior authorisation and reimbursement made under the cross-Border directive for each of the years 2017 to 2020 and to date in 2021, by medical specialty in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48779/21]
• 2021-10-06
  VOTE
  Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 2021 · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 78–55
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–73
• 2021-10-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if an application for planning permission has been lodged in respect of the planned outpatient block in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; when construction will commence on the planned outpatient block; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47652/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite hours provided for adults in Galway city and county; the number of respite hours provided for adults with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2015 to 2020 and to date in 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47324/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite hours provided for children with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2015 to 2020 and to date in 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47325/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the current status of respite provision in Galway city and county; when respite services in Galway city and county will be fully restored to pre-pandemic levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47326/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1920 of 27 July 2021, the total amount of funding allocated to date for the delivery of two orthopaedic theatres with ancillary accommodation for the provision of elective procedures in Merlin Park University Hospital; the amount of this funding which has been spent to date; the projected total cost for the delivery of the two operating theatres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47329/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 679 of 15 September 2021, the number of persons in Galway city and county who have been on the waiting list for respite for 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-18, 18-24 months, 2-3 years and more than 4 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47330/21]
• 2021-09-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients waiting for orthopaedic surgery in Galway; the average waiting time for orthopaedic surgery in Galway; the number of patients waiting for orthopaedic surgery in Galway for 0-3, 3-6, 6-9, 9-12, 12-18, 18-24, 24-30, 30-36, 36-42, 42-48 and over 48 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47331/21]
• 2021-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason that persons who received their first vaccine dose in another country and their second dose in Ireland may apply for an EU Digital COVID Certificate in Ireland, while for those who received their first dose in Ireland and their second dose in another country there is no option to apply for the certificate in Ireland; his plans to amend this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46258/21]
• 2021-09-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of nurses and midwives removed from the register of nurses and midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland as a result of non-payment of their annual retention fees to date in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45182/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Enterprise

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the analysis his Department has carried out into the removal of dental nurses from the ineligible list of occupations for employment permits particularly in view of the fact that emergency dental practice activities are listed as essential services under Covid-19 public health guidelines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43795/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2694 of 27 July 2021, the status of the business case for the establishment of six regional health areas; when the business case will be completed and published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43627/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 3321 of 27 July 2021, his plans to introduce a national registry of heart valve disease to include data from public and private hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43628/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 3322 of 27 July 2021, the number of cardiac physiologists currently employed in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43629/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 3324 of 27 July 2021, the number of echocardiogram machines in Galway city and county including in acute hospitals and primary care; the location of these machines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43630/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 3323 of 27 July 2021, the number of patients on waiting lists for echocardiography services across primary care in Galway city and county, in tabular form; the number of these patients waiting three, six, nine, 12 and 18 months, and two, three and four plus years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43631/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1923 of 27 July 2021, the status of the development of a registry of women who have been prescribed sodium valproate during pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43632/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1924 of 27 July 2021, the number of epilepsy specialist nurse posts in the State; the number of these which are unfilled; the location of each epilepsy specialist nurse post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43633/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the inquiry into the historical licensing and use of sodium valproate in Ireland; when the terms of reference will be published; the status of the establishment of a stakeholder group to address ongoing concerns relating to the use of sodium valproate; the membership of the stakeholder group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43634/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons currently on the waiting list for respite in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43635/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1423 of 27 July 2021, the status of the development of the primary care centre on Inisbofin; when the promised centre will be operational; the engagement his Department has had with the HSE on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43636/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2575 of 27 July 2021, the status of the audit of cervical smear test results; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43637/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of whole-time equivalent specialists in public health medicine currently employed by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43638/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of consultants in public health medicine employed to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43639/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of 225 additional public health roles announced in September 2020 which have been filled to date; the breakdown of the specific positions filled; when all 255 roles will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43640/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of whole-time equivalent vacancies in the role of specialist in public health medicine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43641/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of whole-time equivalent vacancies across public health in Ireland; the breakdown of the job titles of these vacant roles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43642/21]
• 2021-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the amount of funding received to date from the European Commission to provide free Covid-19 testing as part of the roll-out of the EU digital Covid certificate; the number of these free tests which have been made available to date and the locations of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43646/21]
• 2021-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when EU digital Covid-19 certificates will be available to EU citizens vaccinated in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42198/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to develop primary care facilities on Inisbofin; the engagement his Department has had with the HSE on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41330/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 240 of 3 May 2017 and 1112 of 2 June 2017, if the information can now be provided; if he will provide the files that have been retrieved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35327/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 2081 of 21 April 2021, when the two substantive interim reports of the Farrelly Commission of Investigation will be published; the reason for the delay in publication; the number of interim reports received to date; the number of interim reports published to date; when the final report of the commission will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35328/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the preparation of the Sláintecare multiannual waiting list plan; the timeline for the completion and publication of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35561/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 437 of 13 May 2021, the status of the site identification exercise in Galway currently being undertaken as part of the preliminary business case process for the development of elective hospitals; the number of site submissions received to-date by the Elective Hospitals Oversight Group in respect of Galway; the timeline for the evaluation process; the timeline for when a site option will be formally approved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35562/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the supports for families caring for children impacted by exposure to sodium valproate designed under the Community Operations Programme will be fully operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35643/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the permissibility of novelty acts at weddings; the measures he is taking to ensure that novelty acts can resume safely at weddings as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35864/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 436 of 1 June 2021, if the second operating theatre in Merlin Park University Hospital, on which construction is due to be completed by the end of 2021, will also begin to carry out surgical operations by the end of 2021; if not, the timeline for when it will be fully fitted out and operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35873/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 376 of 1 April 2021, the timeline for when the temporary emergency department in Galway University Hospital will be fully fitted out and operational; the details of the handover plan regarding the internal replanned area of the temporary emergency department; if fitting out will be carried out before or after the handover; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35874/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the inquiry into the historical licensing and use of sodium valproate in Ireland; when the terms of reference will be published; the status of the establishment of a stakeholder group to address ongoing concerns relating to the use of sodium valproate; the membership of the stakeholder group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35875/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of a registry of women who have been prescribed sodium valproate during pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35876/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of epilepsy specialist nurse posts in the State; the number of these which are unfilled; the location of each epilepsy specialist nurse post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35877/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 616 of 5 May 2021, the status of the review of the dental treatment services scheme; the timeline for the review; the terms of reference for the review; the person or body that will be carry out the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35878/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the analysis his Department has carried out or commissioned into participation by dentists in the dental treatment services scheme; his plans to facilitate an increase in participation by dentists in the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35879/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of times a mental health tribunal of one member has been appointed pursuant to section 48(3)(a) of the Mental Health Act 2001 as amended; the number of times a mental health tribunal consisting of one member has sat; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35880/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the work of the Nursing Homes Expert Panel Report Implementation Oversight Team; when the Implementation Oversight Team will publish its final report; if the final report will include a plan for the implementation of the recommendations of the Nursing Homes Expert Panel Report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35881/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend the temporary assistance payment scheme beyond the 30 June 2021; the analysis his Department has carried out into the cost of extending the scheme to December 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35882/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost to date spent by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland in addition to the confirmed cost of €2,089,500 on its digitised registration system; the details of reasons for additional costs incurred; the way in which the total spend represents value for money; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36724/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of complaints received by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland from registrants, applicants, Ministers and other stakeholders via email, phone and letter relating to the annual retention fee process for 2021 and overseas applications since the roll-out of the digitalised registration system launched in September 2020 to date; the number of emails received by the registration department from overseas applicants in the Board’s registration inbox as of 1 July 2021 yet to be actioned in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36725/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of registration staff employed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland noting the grade of staff member and their status, that is, permanent, agency, contract or other from January 2020 to date in 2021 by month in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36726/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland is outsourcing for a period of 14 weeks its overseas registration application process; the details of the costs associated with the outsourcing of this body of work; the number of applications this external body will be dealing with; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36727/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the way in which the EU Digital COVID Certificate will be rolled out by the 19 July 2021 target date; the way in which persons who have been vaccinated can obtain the certificate; the reason the certificate has not been made available since 1 July 2021 in line with other EU member states; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36873/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the pharmacies participating in the vaccine roll-out in the Connemara region of County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36874/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 788 of 8 May 2019, the companies and or organisations employed on a contract basis by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland from June 2016 to date, in tabular form including company or organisation name, purpose, length of engagement, tender yes or no and total cost for the relevant period of engagement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37510/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 347 of 1 April 2021, when the temporary emergency department in Galway University Hospital will be fully fitted out and operational; the details of the handover plan regarding the internal replanned area of the temporary emergency department; if fitting out will be done before or after the handover; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28720/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if an application for planning permission has been made to-date in respect of the planned outpatient block in the Merlin Park campus of Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37744/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the preliminary business case for the proposed new emergency department and women and children’s block project in Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37745/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a copy of the draft legal framework for the proposed new national maternity hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37746/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the business case for the relocation of the national maternity hospital, which was received by his Department from the NMH Project Board in December 2020, has been approved to date; if so, if he will provide a copy of the approved business case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37747/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the audit of cervical smear test results; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38138/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the terms of reference of the review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; the membership of the review group; when it is anticipated that the review will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38305/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the establishment of a public inquiry into each individual death from Covid-19 in nursing homes as recommended by the Houses of the Oireachtas Special Committee on Covid-19 Response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38334/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the new consultant-led public health model; when the model will be fully implemented; the number of new consultant posts in public health medicine which will be created as part of the model; if recruitment of these new consultant posts in public health medicine has started to date; if so, the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38801/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the establishment of regional health areas in line with recommendations in the Oireachtas Committee on the Future of Healthcare Sláintecare Report 2017; the number of regional health areas have been established to date; the details of the organisational and management structures of the promised regional health areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38802/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of the primary care centre on Inisbofin; when the promised centre will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39102/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the plans in place for the summer months to facilitate the provision of summer camps for children both indoors and outdoors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40014/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to include the summer camp sector in the events sector scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40015/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the breakdown of the monthly financial cost of the Covid-19 vaccination programme in Ireland from January 2021 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41333/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of the vaccination rollout in Ireland in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41334/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 37 of 13 July 2021, the legal supports that are in place for persons making claims against the State for injuries associated with the Covid-19 vaccine; the mechanisms that are in place for the covering of costs and the payment of such claims; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41335/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 37 of 13 July 2021, the status of the development of proposals regarding the establishment of a vaccine compensation scheme; the timeline for the completion of these proposals; the details of the person or body that is developing these proposals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41336/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce adult safeguarding legislation to prevent abuse and neglect of adults wherever it occurs; the legislative timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41338/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the recommendations in the 2018 Crowe Horwath report on the Role, Training and Career Structures of Public Health Physicians in Ireland; the timeline for the full implementation of the recommendations of the report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41339/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to undertake a review of the legislation underpinning the public health function in Ireland, as recommended in the 2018 Crowe Horwath report on the Role Training and Career Structures of Public Health Physicians in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41340/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the development of a new national development plan for the public health workforce pursuant to the Crowe Horwath report on the Role, Training and Career Structures of Public Health Physicians in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41341/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the development of a new organisational model for the delivery of public health services pursuant to the Crowe Horwath report on the Role, Training and Career Structures of Public Health Physicians in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41342/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for a new National Cardiovascular Health Strategy in view of the fact that previous strategy expired in 2019; the timeline for the new strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41343/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a national registry of heart valve disease to include data from public and private hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41344/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of cardiac physiologists currently employed in Ireland; the number of cardiac physiologists employed in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41345/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients on waiting lists for echocardiography services across primary care in Galway city and county in tabular form; of the number of these patients waiting 3, 6, 9, 12 and 18 months and 2, 3 and 4+ years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41346/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of echocardiogram machines in Galway city and county including in acute hospitals and primary care; the location of these machines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41347/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who have reported suspected adverse reactions to a Covid-19 vaccine via the HPRA Covid-19 Vaccine Adverse Reaction Reporting Form; the person or body that is monitoring and analysing the data collected via the HPRA Covid-19 Vaccine Adverse Reaction Reporting Form; the reports he has received from the HPRA with regard to the data collected via these forms; the details of any patterns that have emerged with regard to the symptoms and duration of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41348/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who have reported serious cardiac related side effects via the HPRA Covid-19 Vaccine Adverse Reaction Reporting Form, after vaccination with the MRNA vaccines manufactured by companies (details supplied); the analysis that his Department has carried out into this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41349/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the analysis his Department has carried out into the reasons for and consequences of the ongoing closure of respite services in Galway city and county; if any impact assessment has been carried out in this regard; when these essential respite services will be fully restored; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41350/21]
• 2021-07-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 66 of 2 July 2019, the status of plans to develop primary care facilities on Inisbofin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41351/21]
• 2021-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 844 of 31 March 2021, the status of the establishment of a Covid-19 vaccination compensation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31055/21]
• 2021-07-14
  VOTE
  Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021

  A bill to— A. make, on a temporary basis, exceptional provision, in the public interest and having regard to the manifest and grave risk to human life and public health posed by the spread of the disease known as Covid-19 and variants of that disease and in order to mitigate, where practicable, the effect of the spread of that disease; to amend the Health Act 1947 for that purpose; to provide for the lawful operation of certain indoor premises subject to certain conditions notwithstanding restrictions in place in relation to such premises under that Act; to provide, for those purposes, for a robust and enforceable system of verification of the health status of certain persons, including vaccination or recovery status; to confer a power on the Minister for Health to prescribe matters related to the foregoing; to provide for enforcement; and to provide for related matters; B. amend certain provisions relating to pre-travel requirements in respect of certain persons arriving in the State; to amend the period to be spent by a person in quarantine at a designated facility in certain circumstances; to make provision in relation to the power of the Minister for Health to make regulations in relation to tests that may be taken for the purpose of detecting Covid-19 in the context of the requirement to quarantine at a designated facility and to confer a power on that Minister to prescribe the purpose for which such a test may be taken; to provide that quarantine at a designated facility shall not be required for certain persons arriving in the State in certain circumstances and to confer a power on the Minister for Health to make regulations in relation to those circumstances; for those purposes, and for related purposes, to amend the Health Act 1947; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✗ voted to block the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 72–66
• 2021-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the financial cost of the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out in Ireland; the details of the indemnity given to pharmaceutical companies with regard to the Covid-19 vaccines including the estimated cost of same; his plans to introduce a Covid-19 vaccine compensation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38065/21]
• 2021-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 430 of 13 May 2021, if the second operating theatre in Merlin Park University Hospital on which construction is due to be completed by end-2021 will also begin to carry out surgical operations by end-2021; if not, when it will be fully fitted out and operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28719/21]
• 2021-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the full resumption of respite services in County Galway which have been severely impacted by Covid-19 restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37581/21]
• 2021-07-06
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the basis on which records relating to health are being withheld from persons making data subject access requests in respect of records of the Commission of Investigation into Mother and Baby Homes held by his Department; his plans to ensure that such persons are provided with their health records in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36283/21]
• 2021-07-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status update on the inquiry into the historical licensing and use of sodium valporate in Ireland; when the terms of reference will be published; the status of the establishment of a stakeholder group to address ongoing concerns relating to the use of sodium valporate; the membership of the stakeholder group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28673/21]
• 2021-07-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status update on the development of a registry to record women who have been prescribed sodium valproate during pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28674/21]
• 2021-07-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of epilepsy specialist nurse posts in the State; the number of these which are unfilled; the location of each epilepsy specialist nurse post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28675/21]
• 2021-06-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will be afforded respite care as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26676/21]
• 2021-06-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to recent correspondence from the HSE to a person (details supplied) waiting almost 18 months for orthopaedic surgery in Merlin Park University Hospital Galway informing them that the original estimated waiting time of 18 months for an operation had increased but that no future date can be provided for their surgical appointment; when the person can expect to have the surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26792/21]
• 2021-06-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and hospital location of international board certified lactation consultants currently employed as lactation consultants in maternity hospitals in tabular form; if the recently announced additional 24 lactation consultants will be international board certified lactation consultants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26606/21]
• 2021-05-20
  PQ
  Asked Foreign

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No 521 of 28 April 2021, the discussions he has had with European and international partners in relation to the detention of a person (details supplied) by the National Investigation Agency of India for alleged Maoist links; his plans to call on the Indian Government to safeguard the health and well-being of the person and to call for the release of same; the discussions he has had with the Indian Government in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27130/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Education her plans to introduce legislation to amend the Education Act 1998 to remove the role of individual school’s ethos in the curricula and teaching of relationships and sexual education and social, personal and health education; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25121/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans for the replacement of the second operating theatre in Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway which has been unavailable since September 2017; the timeline for when the new operating theatre will be fully operational; the analysis his Department or bodies under the aegis of his Department have carried out into the impact of the delay in providing a second operating theatre on orthopaedic waiting lists at Merlin Park Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25295/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of cross-border directive orthopaedic surgery referrals made in each of the years 2017 to 2020 and to date in 2021; the details of the countries to which these referrals were made; the number of cross-border directive orthopaedic referrals made in each of the years 2017 to 2020 and to date in 2021 in respect of patients from University Hospital Galway; the details of the countries to which these referrals were made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25296/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for accessing capacity for orthopaedic surgery in private hospitals in order to clear the ongoing backlog of patients on orthopaedic waiting lists in Merlin Park Hospital Galway, which according to a website (details supplied) as of March 2021 stood at 1,329 inpatients and 7,055 outpatients; the analysis his Department has carried out into the cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25297/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 347 of 1 April 2021, if construction work has started to date on the temporary emergency department in Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25298/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 347 of 1 April 2021, the status of the feasibility report by the design team for the construction of a permanent emergency department and women and children’s block at University Hospital Galway; when the report will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25299/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if an application for planning permission for an emergency department at University Hospital Galway has been lodged to date; if this is the case, if planning permission has been granted to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25300/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans for new elective ambulatory facilities in Galway; if a site has been selected to date for same; if planning permission has been sought or granted for same; the timeline for when construction is expected to commence on these facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25301/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 81 of 10 December 2020, the status of the business case for elective hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25302/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the extent to which each of the recommendations of the National Maternity Strategy have been implemented in full, in part or yet to be implemented; the date by which each recommendation not implemented in full will be implemented in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25403/21]
• 2021-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of alongside birth centres established pursuant to the National Maternity Strategy; the location of each; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25404/21]
• 2021-05-12
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth the engagement he has had with the Minister for Health on healthcare workers ordinarily residing in direct provision and who are availing of the temporary accommodation scheme being requested to move to unsuitable accommodation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24836/21]
• 2021-05-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason drugs manufactured by a company (details supplied) are not funded at source under the Medicinal Cannabis Access Programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24495/21]
• 2021-05-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to fund drugs manufactured by a company (details supplied) at source under the Medicinal Cannabis Access Programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24496/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to review the ongoing attendance and visiting restrictions on partners at maternity hospitals, particularly in view of discrepancies in Covid-19 restrictions between different maternity hospitals nationwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22693/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the risk analysis his Department or bodies under the aegis of his Department have carried out into the easing of Covid-19 restrictions in the maternity department of University Hospital Galway in order that partners may visit wards outside of the one hour daily slot currently allocated and may spend more than 30 minutes in the neonatal intensive care unit; the details of the frequency of risk assessments carried out in this regard; the details of the criteria taken into account in these risk assessments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22694/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the numbers of persons currently in the acute adult mental health unit in Galway University Hospital whose discharges from hospital have been delayed by one, two, three, four and more than five years, respectively; the number of these persons whose hospital discharge has been delayed as a result of a lack of appropriate follow-on accommodation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22848/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason Israel has been removed from the list of countries required to undergo mandatory hotel quarantine on arrival in Ireland; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the 3.5 million plus Palestinians in the West Bank and East Jerusalem who come under the direct control of the Israeli Government have not been given access by Israel to the Covid-19 vaccine; his views on whether that by differentiating between Israelis and Palestinians this leads to further victimisation of Palestinians; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23238/21]
• 2021-05-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of specialist multidisciplinary mental health for intellectual disability teams that are in place in each catchment area nationwide; the details of the location in which each such team is based; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23242/21]
• 2021-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the procedures in place in circumstances in which a person is unable to attend a Covid-19 appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22499/21]
• 2021-04-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason life-long required mental health medications are only free of charge for those under 18 years of age on the life-long illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22500/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Social

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Social Protection her plans to extend access to free travel to persons with epilepsy and other long-term health conditions that are ineligible to hold a driver licence as a result of their health condition; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22325/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 255 of 9 September 2020, the status of the promised alcohol addiction treatment service in Galway city; if a building has been sourced for same; if so, when the treatment service will be up and running; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21372/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if an outbreak of Covid-19 in the workplace is a criterion that is applied in respect of applications by healthcare workers to avail of the temporary accommodation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21987/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if consideration has been given to applications submitted by healthcare workers for the temporary accommodation scheme to be administered by the HSE directly with the healthcare worker and not the local line manager in order to obviate recurring administrative and communication errors which are creating confusion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21988/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1075 of 31 March 2021, if consideration has been given to extend the term of the temporary accommodation scheme as long as Ireland is in a Covid-19 environment as opposed to the current system which requires healthcare workers and their line managers to complete and submit forms on at least a bi-weekly basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21989/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if each CHO area operates the same system for healthcare workers to access and avail of the temporary accommodation scheme; if each CHO area requires healthcare workers to complete the same form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21990/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if all contact information for persons applying for the temporary accommodation schemes to CHO regions, hospital groups and National Ambulance Service on the HSE website is up to date; the procedure in place to ensure such information is up to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21991/21]
• 2021-04-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if consideration has been given to providing self-catering accommodation rather than non-self-catering accommodation to healthcare workers availing of the temporary accommodation scheme to ensure such workers have access to cooking facilities including refrigeration facilities and are not reliant on for example take-away food; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21992/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No 195 of 17 September 2020, the status of the Farrelly Commission in relation to the Grace case; when the report of the commission will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19771/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a proposal (details supplied) to resource seven additional eye clinic liaison officer posts around the country; his plans in this regard; the details of any analysis carried out by his Department into the creation of these additional posts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19826/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the preparation of legislation on assisted human reproduction; when it is expected to be finalised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19884/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1097 of 31 March 2021, the status of the roll-out of phase one of the model of care for infertility at secondary level; the number of regional fertility hubs that are fully operational to date; the locations of same; when the final two regional fertility hubs in counties Galway and Limerick will be fully operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19885/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the analysis his Department has carried out into the financial cost of IVF treatment for persons and couples undergoing the treatment given that this treatment is not currently provided through the public health system; the analysis his Department has carried out into the cost to the State providing IVF treatment under the public health system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19886/21]
• 2021-04-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the revised terms of reference of the national implementation and monitoring committee, NIMC, as signed off at the meeting of the NIMC steering committee on 12 February 2021 will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19912/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Covid-19 vaccine compensation scheme as announced in Dáil Éireann on 15 December 2020. [17294/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time and part-time contact tracers, respectively currently working within the Covid-19 test and trace system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16887/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the temporary accommodation scheme for healthcare workers; if the scheme remains open and available for use by healthcare workers, including healthcare workers who are in the international protection process and would ordinarily be living in direct provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17064/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1929 of 24 March 2021, the details of the selection process regarding the persons or bodies that will be commissioned to carry out research for the service user and service provider strands of the review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; the status of the selection process; if the selection process has been completed to date; if so, the details of the persons or bodies that will be conducting the research into these two strands; when he expects the final reports on these two strands to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17563/21]
• 2021-03-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1929 of 24 March 2021, the status of the public consultation on the review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; when the public consultation will be launched; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17564/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Housing

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if his attention has been drawn to urgent representations made on behalf of a person (details supplied); the way under level 5 restrictions by which a person with a serious medical condition who requires construction work as a result of this condition can obtain written confirmation that the proposed construction work is deemed essential for health reasons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14908/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline on the full implementation of the HSE National Clinical Programme for Eating Disorders; if his attention has been drawn to reports that three years into the programme just three of the 16 promised hubs with specialist teams are operational across the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13971/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the HSE regarding the inclusion of the FreeStyleLibre flash glucose monitoring system on the HSE reimbursement list; the analysis that has been carried out by the HSE into the possible reimbursement of the device; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14598/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of times it has taken an ambulance more than 20, 40, 60, 90 and 120 minutes from time of call to reach patients who made emergency calls in Connemara in each of the years 2018 to 2020 and to date in 2021; the longest ambulance response time logged in Connemara in this period; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14657/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of times it has taken an ambulance more than 20, 40, 60, 90 and 120 minutes from time of call to reach patients who made emergency calls in County Galway in each of the years 2018 to 2020 and to date in 2021; the longest ambulance response time logged in County Galway in this period; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14658/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the average ambulance response times from time of call to time of arrival in each of the years 2018 to 2020 and to date in 2021 in Connemara, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14659/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the average ambulance response times from time of call to time of arrival in each of the years 2018 to 2020 and to date in 2021 in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14660/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to establish an ambulance deployment base in Maam Cross, County Galway, to serve the Connemara area; the analysis that has been carried out by his Department into the adequacy of the current ambulance service provision in Connemara, particularly in view of an incident in relation to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14661/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to prioritise cardiac patients in the roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccine given that many in this cohort have been cocooning for one year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14749/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the recruitment of main lead paediatric pain consultant specialist roles by Children’s Health Ireland; the number of paediatric pain consultants employed full-time and part-time, respectively; the number of full-time and part-time paediatric pain consultant roles that are currently vacant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14837/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the recently recruited multi-disciplinary team for children in chronic pain is currently seeing patients; if not, the reason for the delay; the timeline for when they will commence seeing patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14838/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of children on the pain relief outpatient waiting list; if Children’s Health Ireland is currently taking referrals for children in need of chronic pain services; if not, the length of time it has been since it took these referrals; the reason it has not been taking these referrals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14839/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the pain relief outpatient waiting list reports as listed on the website of the National Treatment Purchase Fund, collates data on waiting lists for pain relief in the age-groups 0 to 15 and 16 to 64 years, despite the commitment by Children’s Health Ireland to treat chronic pain patients up to 18 years of age; if he has concerns that this current age group breakdown makes it difficult to accurately ascertain the number of children up to 18 years of age who are currently awaiting pain relief; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14840/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the National Implementation and Monitoring Committee Steering Committee has met since 15 January 2021; if so, when the minutes of the most recent meeting will be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14860/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the average waiting times for first time Medical Council applications for general registration by non-EU applicants in each of the years 2019, 2020 and to date in 2021 from the time an application is made to the time a final decision is made; the average waiting times for first time Medical Council applications for general registration by applicants from the EU in the same period from the time an application is made to the time a final decision is made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14970/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to renew the policy of offering all eligible Irish-trained graduates an intern post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15420/21]
• 2021-03-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the three-year review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; the person or body that will carry out the review; the terms of reference for the review; the timeframe for the review; if submissions will be sought or accepted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15955/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Environment

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the analysis his Department or agencies under the aegis of his Department have carried out into the direct and indirect health costs to the State of burning petrol and diesel at ground level across Ireland and in particular in Galway city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12889/21]
• 2021-03-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of ambulance services for the Connemara region, particularly in view of an incident (details supplied); the number of ambulances currently serving the Connemara region; the locations from which these ambulances are dispatched when requested; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12733/21]
• 2021-03-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to reports of inconsistencies in the distribution by the HSE of the Covid-19 vaccine among general practitioners in south Connemara (details supplied); the actions he is taking to rectify these inconsistencies which are causing confusion and concern in the local community; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12261/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if all persons over 85 years of age have been vaccinated in counties Galway and Mayo; if not, the number outstanding; when it is expected that all persons over the age of 85 years will be vaccinated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11012/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to prioritise persons with intellectual disabilities in residential care in the roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccination programme; the reason this cohort has not been prioritised to date given that persons with disabilities have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11342/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the difficulties faced by firefighters who are not trained paramedics in registering on the HSE website for their Covid-19 vaccination given that category 2a, on the online form, does not provide an option for firefighters who are not trained paramedics; if all firefighters, including those who are not paramedics, are included in category 2a of the HSE Guidelines for Sequencing and Registration Process for Healthcare Workers, HCW, Covid vaccination; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11617/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if persons requiring urgent periodontal surgery which they are unable to access in a timely manner in Ireland due to lengthy waiting lists are permitted to travel abroad for more affordable timely surgery under level 5 restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11929/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to prioritise teachers and school staff in the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11980/21]
• 2021-03-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if private study centres offering supervised study time in the evenings for leaving certificate students are considered to be organised indoor gatherings under the national framework for living with COVID-19; if not, if they are included in either the retail and services or the schools and higher and adult education categories; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12103/21]
• 2021-02-25
  VOTE
  Health (Amendment) Bill 2021 · 2 divisions

  Bill entitled an Act, to make exceptional provision, in the public interest and having regard to the manifest and grave risk to human life and public health posed by the spread of the disease known as Covid-19 and variants of that disease and in order to mitigate, where practicable, the effect of the spread of that disease; to amend the Health Act 1947 to make further and better provision for the enforcement of regulations under section 31A of that Act; to provide for the mandatory quarantine of persons coming into the State from certain areas from where there is known to be sustained human transmission of Covid-19 or any variant of concern, or from which there is a high risk of importation of infection or contamination with Covid-19 or any variant of concern by travel from that area; to provide for the designation of such areas by the Minister; to provide for the mandatory quarantine of persons coming into the State who fail to comply with certain requirements relating to testing for the disease; to provide for the designation of facilities for such quarantine; to provide for the conveying of persons to those facilities; to provide for the making of service agreements to facilitate such quarantine; to provide for alternatives to such quarantine for persons coming into the State where such persons indicate an intention to apply for international protection or where such persons are children who are not accompanied by an adult; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 125–5
  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 131–11
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) on 6 July 2020 will receive a response; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9730/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce measures to ensure care for women who initiate legal abortions in Ireland but must travel for a termination in another country in cases in which the abortion fails; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10302/21]
• 2021-02-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when persons deemed at very high risk of serious illness or mortality from Covid-19 due to immune-suppressing and disease-modifying treatments will receive the first dose of Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10516/21]
• 2021-02-18
  PQ
  Asked Foreign

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs his views on whether the 1993 Oslo Accords did not result in devolved authority to the Palestinians for public health in view of the emphasis he placed on respect for international law and agreed international parameters in his recent statement to the UN Security Council on the Middle East, including the Palestinian question; his further views on whether Israel is the occupying power which exercises full control over the lives of Palestinians in the Occupied Territories; his further views on whether Israel therefore has a responsibility under international law, in particular, the fourth Geneva Convention, and a moral obligation to provide the Covid-19 vaccine to Palestinians; his further views on whether Ireland has a responsibility to put pressure on Israel to abide by these obligations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9358/21]
• 2021-02-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if all persons with medical conditions which put them at high risk of severe disease will be prioritised in the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out rather than being required to wait for their general age cohort; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9025/21]
• 2021-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the administration of the Covid-19 vaccine to residents of the Aran Islands and other offshore islands; the provisions planned to allow island residents, many of whom are elderly and vulnerable, to access the vaccine without being required to take the boat to the mainland, which would involve the risk of transmission of the virus and the dangers posed by inclement winter weather; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8302/21]
• 2021-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for co-operation with other EU member states which have a surplus of radiologists and in which scans can be reported upon efficiently and quickly given the shortage of consultant radiologists in Ireland and the delays caused in diagnosis as a result of the time taken to read scans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8417/21]
• 2021-02-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to prioritise kidney patients of all ages in the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out plan given the higher death rates among Covid-19 patients with kidney disease than Covid-19 patients in the general population and the fact that over 2,000 in-centre haemodialysis patients must attend hospital care facilities for treatment three times a week which places them at risk of Covid-19 transmission and also renders them unable to self-isolate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8977/21]
• 2021-02-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the minutes of meetings of the two independent monitoring groups for A Vision for Change which were held between 2006 and 2012 were published; if he will provide a copy of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7538/21]
• 2021-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the Minister for Finance with regard to plans to allow applications for primary medical certificates to be processed and approved by general practitioners given the ongoing backlog in applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6999/21]
• 2021-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of primary medical certificate applications that have been processed, granted and refused since the scheme recommenced in January 2021; the number of applications waiting to be processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7000/21]
• 2021-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if psychotherapists who meet patients face to face are considered to be front-line healthcare workers in direct patient contact roles for the purposes of the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7160/21]
• 2021-02-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the six annual reports from 2006 to 2011 of the two independent monitoring groups for A Vision for Change are not available on the HSE website; if these reports are currently available to the public; if they will be made available online given they are an important resource for the monitoring and implementation of mental health policy in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7447/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the seven EU member states represented on the EU joint negotiation team to negotiate with Covid-19 vaccine suppliers in relation to advance purchase agreements; the name of the seven experts appointed by the relevant member states to the joint negotiation team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5887/21]
• 2021-02-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when chartered physiotherapists will receive the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6003/21]
• 2021-01-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to amend the Misuse of Drugs Act 1977 to provide for the inclusion of trace amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol up to 0.3% in view of the current lack of legal clarity for shop owners selling cannabidiol products; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4581/21]
• 2021-01-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if counsellors and psychotherapists will be specifically included in the healthcare worker categories of the national Covid-19 vaccination programme implementation plan in view of the fact that the services provided by these mental health workers are under increased demand due to the Covid-19 pandemic and are often required to be conducted face to face; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3581/21]
• 2021-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Education further to Parliamentary Question No. 402 of 17 December 2020, the status of the implementation of the public health recommendation that post-primary school transport services operate using 50% of passenger capacity; the analysis her Department has carried out into the cost of extending the 50% capacity model to the primary school transport scheme; the analysis her Department has carried out into the cost of extending the 50% capacity model to all children with special educational needs; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2197/21]
• 2021-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice her plans to launch an independent inquiry into the shooting of a person (details supplied) in which the current policing procedures would be reviewed to ascertain whether they are fit for purpose with regard to minorities and persons with mental health issues; if additional safeguarding measures are required; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2207/21]
• 2021-01-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 627 of 1 December 2020, the status of developments regarding the creation of consultant-level roles in public health medicine; when it will be possible for public health doctors to apply to become consultants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2699/21]
• 2021-01-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if family carers will be included in the Covid-19 vaccination priority list; if family members living with family carers will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2021/21]
• 2021-01-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 333 of 16 December 2020, the status of the proposed reimbursement of Dupilumab for the treatment of atopic eczema; if the HSE drugs group January 2021 meeting has taken place to date; if so, if a decision on reimbursement was taken at the meeting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2128/21]
• 2021-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if reflexology treatments can continue under level 5 restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1465/21]
• 2021-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of deaths that occurred as a result of Covid-19 in nursing homes, direct provision and meat factories by county in November and December 2020, in tabular form; the age and nationality of each person concerned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1608/21]
• 2021-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the recommendations of the October 2019 report of the Health Protection Surveillance Centre, HPSC, Lyme Borreliosis Subcommittee; the action his Department has taken in the meantime to improve testing, diagnosis, treatment and management of Lyme disease on foot of the report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1679/21]
• 2021-01-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if essential workers in Level 5 of the Covid-19 restrictions must be required to be physically present in their workplace in order to be deemed essential workers; if his attention has been drawn to contradictory Government advice in this regard (details supplied); if those deemed to be essential workers and who are instructed by their employers to work from home will be classed as essential workers for the purposes of childcare in level 5; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1805/21]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice the engagement she has had with the Minister for Health with regard to the establishment of the cross-departmental and cross-agency taskforce on mental health, addictions and imprisonment pursuant to the commitment in the programme for Government; the status of the taskforce; the membership of the taskforce; the terms of reference of the taskforce; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [42350/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the HSE regarding the plan to develop a new emergency department at University Hospital Galway; the status of the development of the planned emergency department; if the HSE has to date completed its consideration of the feasibility report regarding the inclusion of the maternity department in the new block; if so, the planned next steps; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42331/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the current waiting times for MRI services in CHO area 2; the discussions he has had with the HSE with regard securing additional MRI facilities to meet the ongoing need in CHO area 2; the number of adults and children, respectively currently on the waiting list for an MRI in CHO area 2; the number of adults and children, respectively that have been on MRI waiting lists in CHO area 2 for three, six, nine, 12, 18 and 24 months, respectively in tabular form; the number of MRI machines operational in CHO area 2; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42334/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the HSE with regard to the planned orthopaedic theatre in Merlin Park University Hospital; the status of the new orthopaedic theatre; if building work has commenced to date; if his Department has carried out an analysis into the effect of the delay in delivery of the new theatre on waiting lists in Merlin Park University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42335/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps sanctioned by him arising from the publication of the options appraisal for the model four hospital at Merlin Park, Galway; the status of the delivery of the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42550/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the national implementation and monitoring committee envisaged under Sharing the Vision; the membership of the committee; the terms of reference of the committee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42551/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when respite care services will be deemed as an essential service; when they will be fully restored to pre-Covid-19 levels; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42552/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the reopening of day centres for adults with disabilities; the timeline for when day centres will fully reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42553/20]
• 2020-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if nursing home residents will be allowed to be visited twice a week by two family members one at a time in all levels of the Living with Covid-19 plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42554/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Enterprise

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if Covid-19 will be recognised as an occupational illness in view of the fact that healthcare workers make up almost one fifth of Covid-19 cases in Ireland; the analysis his Department has carried out into the impact of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41936/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Environment

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if, in the interest of public health and safety, he will detail the incident which occurred on the foreshore on 22 November 2020 at the Marine Institute and SEAI’s Renewable Energy quarter scale test site in Galway Bay, in which an upright installation at the test site appeared to fall over and required to be recovered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41355/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in County Galway who have been approved for home help services but are still on the waiting list; the number waiting over six, 12, 18 and 24 months, respectively, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41935/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to change the clinical guidance in relation to abortion to enable those persons who initiate legal abortion care before 12 weeks to be provided with continuity of medical care by the HSE until their abortion completes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42042/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the assessment being undertaken in relation to reports that failed medical abortions in Ireland resulted in the pregnant person being forced to travel to the UK for healthcare in 2020; the number of such instances since the enactment of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42043/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the upcoming review of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; when and the way in which the review will take place; if there will be a special Oireachtas committee for the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42044/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the counties that do not have access to abortion care via their general practitioners, in tabular form; the counties with no general practitioners providing early medical abortions; the actions being taken by his Department and the HSE to address these gaps in services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42045/20]
• 2020-12-08
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if, in the interest of public health and safety, he will detail the incident which occurred on 22 November 2020 on the foreshore at the Marine Institute and SEAI’s Renewable Energy quarter scale test site in Galway Bay, when an upright installation at the test site appeared to fall over and required to be recovered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41356/20]
• 2020-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if massage treatment is to be included in the list of essential services that can remain open during level 5 in view of the proven benefits for pain management and positive mental health and the fact that it can contribute to a reduction in the number of persons requiring medical appointments for such issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39598/20]
• 2020-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the plans in place for the distribution of a Covid-19 vaccine when available; the categories of persons it is intended to prioritise; the number of doses of the vaccine secured to date; the companies from which they have been secured; the estimated cost per unit; the anticipated number of units required; if the vaccine will be administered to all persons free of charge; the persons or bodies by which the vaccine will be administered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39944/20]
• 2020-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the membership of the Covid-19 immunisation strategy group; the remit of the group; the number of times the group has met to date; the reports published to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39945/20]
• 2020-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for the opening of a dedicated long Covid clinic in Galway and other such clinics around the country for persons suffering from Covid-19 symptoms and other debilitating health issues months after their initial infection; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40453/20]
• 2020-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Education if she will review the maternity arrangements for teachers and school staff who are 28 or more weeks pregnant taking into account the joint occupational health advice (details supplied) for employers from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, the Royal College of Midwives and the Faculty of Occupational Medicine, which highlights women who are 28 weeks pregnant and beyond as at increased risk of becoming seriously ill if they contract Covid-19; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38887/20]
• 2020-11-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will update the HSE's advice on Covid-19 and pregnancy to take into account the joint occupational health advice (details supplied) for employers from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, the Royal College of Midwives and the Faculty of Occupational Medicine, which highlights women who are 28 weeks pregnant and beyond as at increased risk of becoming seriously ill if they contract Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38889/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the analysis his Department has carried out into the link between soil health and flood mitigation; the measures his Department is taking to improve and promote water retention and infiltration in Irish soils; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37475/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the training his Department provides on soil health training for farmers and land managers in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37477/20]
• 2020-11-19
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the details of the long-term monitoring his Department carries out regarding changes to soil health in Ireland over time as recommended by Teagasc; the analysis his Department has carried out in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37478/20]
• 2020-11-18
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice if a disaggregation of the use of each of the five new powers afforded to An Garda Síochána under section 31(A) of the Health Act, 1947 (as amended) to date will be provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37163/20]
• 2020-11-18
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice if her attention has been drawn to the fact that the Policing Authority in each of its reports on policing performance by An Garda Síochána during Covid-19 to date has highlighted the failure by the force to provide a disaggregation of the use of each of the five new powers afforded to An Garda Síochána under section 31(A) of the Health Act, 1947 (as amended); the steps she is taking in this regard; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37164/20]
• 2020-11-10
  PQ
  Asked Foreign

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Foreign Affairs further to Parliamentary Question No.158 of 15 September 2020, the date on which it was decided to suspend the contribution by Ireland to international election observation missions of the OSCE; the person who made the decision; if his attention has been drawn to details of the current OSCE election observation missions in Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine that include 177 volunteer long-term election observers from 17 countries, including extensive contributions from the UK and other EU member states; if he plans to make contact with the Department of Health to discuss when Ireland can recommence contributing to these and future OSCE election observation missions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34887/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the disability capacity review was completed; the person or body that carried it out; when it will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33552/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 48 of 15 September 2020, if the National Implementation and Monitoring Committee for Sharing the Vision has been established to date; the membership and terms of reference of the committee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33551/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if consideration has been given to using field interviewers for contact tracing in the battle against Covid-19 given their unique training and interview skills. [32347/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the composition of the health intelligence unit; the number and grade of all staff in the unit; the remit of the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32515/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if organised window visits by appointment at nursing homes will be permitted under the level 5 restrictions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32805/20]
• 2020-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on the confirmation from the HSE that the amplification cycles used in PCR testing here runs between 40 and 45 amplification cycles, in view of the fact that the maximum number of amplification cycles should be 30 to 35 or fewer, as anything over 35 indicates the test is too sensitive, which increases the number of false positives. [33685/20]
• 2020-10-23
  VOTE
  Health (Amendment) Bill 2020: Committee and Remaining Stages

  • ✗ voted against the motion motion passed · 85–53
• 2020-10-22
  VOTE
  Health (Preservation and Protection and other Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act) 2020 - Part 3 · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 92–53
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–86
• 2020-10-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the report of the sub-committee on period poverty will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29753/20]
• 2020-10-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost to his Department to date of all fines paid by Ireland for non-transposition of EU directives into Irish law; the breakdown, by directive, of the lump sum cost and the daily cost of each fine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28614/20]
• 2020-09-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason Covid-19 testing units have not been opened at Dublin Airport; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26607/20]
• 2020-09-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason Irish-produced Covid-19 testing kits with a 99% accuracy rate and a result in ten minutes are not being used in place of the PCR test which is known to produce many false positives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26608/20]
• 2020-09-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if Ireland will officially recognise Covid-19 as an occupational illness given that health workers make up an average of 10% of infections worldwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25760/20]
• 2020-09-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Farrelly Commission in relation to the Grace case; when the report of the commission will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24555/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the independent monitoring body for Sharing the Vision will be established; the details of the membership of the body; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23688/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his Department or the HSE has carried out an analysis into the effects of the ongoing closure of day centres for adults with disabilities; the number of day centres which remain closed since the outbreak of Covid-19 in Ireland; the number of day centres which have reopened to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23687/20]
• 2020-09-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the annual funding provided to a mental health charity (details supplied) in County Kildare since its inception; his plans to fund the charity in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23525/20]
• 2020-09-10
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice the engagement she has had on the planning and roll out of vulnerability assessments to asylum seekers within 30 days of application as required under EU law and as identified for fast-tracking in the June 2020 briefing note of the advisory group on direct provision; and the number of vulnerability assessments excluding physical health screenings that have been carried out in 2018, 2019 and to date in 2020. [22377/20]
• 2020-09-10
  VOTE
  Health Act 1947 (Section 31A - Temporary Restrictions) (Covid-19) (No. 4) Regulations 2020

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion failed · 15–125
• 2020-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of addiction counsellors and family support counsellors that have been hired to date with regard to the promised alcohol addiction treatment service in Galway city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22722/20]
• 2020-09-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if a building has been sourced for the promised alcohol addiction treatment service in Galway city; if so, when the treatment service will be up and running; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22723/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the projections for demand for winter 2020/2021; the plans being put in place to meet the demand; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21173/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the likely additional demand for mental health services resulting from Covid-19 and the resultant lockdown; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21174/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on the waiting list for home care packages; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21175/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the planned report on implementing automatic renewal of medical cards for the terminally ill will be published; the estimated cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21176/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the report on the difference in funding between private and public nursing homes due to be published in 2019 will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21177/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost to of extending the remit of the Public Services Ombudsman to cover all nursing homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21178/20]
• 2020-09-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the full commencement of the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015; the reason some sections are not enacted as of month end August 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22081/20]
• 2020-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost of a Covid-19 test per person; the turnaround time for Covid-19 test results; if his attention has been drawn to cheaper tests with a faster turnaround time with alleged similar accuracy levels (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17723/20]
• 2020-07-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for persons returning from abroad and visitors from abroad to go into quarantine for a two-week period to reduce the spread of Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16709/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 556 of 30 June 2020, when the national guidelines will be published (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15460/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of day centres in Galway city and county that have closed since mid-March 2020 as result of Covid-19; the location of and service provided by each centre; the number of users deprived of services as a result of the closures; the analysis undertaken by HSE community healthcare west in regard to the closures and the impact on users; if he will provide a copy of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15464/20]
• 2020-07-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a national scheme for the proper disposal and or recycling of unused medicines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15694/20]
• 2020-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 549 to 561, inclusive, and 674 to 677, inclusive, of 11 June 2019, the reason the persons involved that acted in contravention of the Protected Disclosures Act 2014 were not called to account under the Code of Practice for the Governance of State Bodies 2016, the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for Registered Nurses and Midwives 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14225/20]
• 2020-07-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the Covid-19 national guidelines will be published to enable the reopening of day services including Alzheimer’s day services in HSE community healthcare west; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14252/20]
• 2020-06-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when a facility (details supplied) closed since March 2020 will reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13601/20]
• 2020-06-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in receipt of a payment under the mobility allowance and the motorised transport grant; the status of the consultation review process initiated following the closure of the schemes in February 2013; if a report has been completed and will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12553/20]
• 2020-06-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason partners of persons giving birth by c-section are denied access to the theatres in University Hospital Galway; if a review of the policy will be undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12554/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the statutory registration of psychotherapists and counsellors pursuant to S.I. No. 21 of 2019 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (Section 28A) (Counsellors and Psychotherapists Registration Board) Regulations 2019 will commence; the body charged with such registration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11416/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of psychotherapists and or counsellors registered pursuant to S.I. No. 21 of 2019 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (Section 28A) (Counsellors and Psychotherapists Registration Board) Regulations 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11417/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he is satisfied that CORU is adequately funded to undertake its function as the body required to undertake the statutory registration of psychotherapists and counsellors under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (as amended); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11418/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when breast and CervicalCheck screening services will be reinstated; the length of time for which they have been suspended; if the risk assessment conducted by the HSE on the postponement of these checks has been completed; if so, the findings; when the report will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11419/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position with regard to the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions for wedding celebrations with particular reference to the announcement that small weddings will be allowed from 20 July 2020, in view of the fact no clarification has been given of the definition of a small wedding; when church ceremonies can recommence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11420/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost in 2021 of increasing the annual general practitioner training intake to 305 in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11421/20]
• 2020-06-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost of all vaccines; the vaccines included under the childhood vaccination programmes; the vaccines included under medical programmes; the cost of vaccines that require payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11422/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Justice

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if consideration has been given to granting permission to remain to the approximately 150 healthcare workers in the protection process in the event that they receive a negative refugee or subsidiary protection application decision in view of the fact that they have undertaken and continue to undertake vital healthcare work during this time of the Covid-19 pandemic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9224/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons made the subject of an order for detention and isolation to date pursuant to section 38A of the Health Act 1947, as amended, in which such persons have been detained; the length of time they have been detained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7116/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of certificates issued pursuant to section 38A(3) of the Health Act 1947, as amended; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7117/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of reviews requested pursuant to section 38A(5) of the Health Act 1947, as amended; the number of reviews carried out pursuant to section 38A(6); the number of certificates issued pursuant to section 38A(6); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7118/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if service level agreements have been completed between each of the private hospitals signed up to the Covid-19 contract and the HSE; if copies of same can be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9226/20]
• 2020-06-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the nine community healthcare organisations have now completed their assessments of all centres in which persons are living in congregated settings including direct provision centres to establish the state of readiness; the outcome of these assessments; if a copy of these reports will be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9227/20]
• 2020-05-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of orders made pursuant to section 18(4)(a) and or (b) of the Mental Health Act 2001, as amended; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7121/20]
• 2020-05-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of times a mental health tribunal of one member has been appointed pursuant to section 48(3)(a) of the Mental Health Act 2001, as amended; the number of times a mental health tribunal consisting of one member has sat; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7122/20]
• 2020-05-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated full year cost of providing ten additional chemotherapy slots per day in University Hospital Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7123/20]
• 2020-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the provision of occupational therapy reports furnished by the HSE to local authorities for housing adaptation grants; if the HSE provided the reports at no charge in the past; if the HSE is now charging for the provision of such reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4602/20]
• 2020-05-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if an updated risk assessment has been carried out in relation to the protocols and procedures in place at the laundry service of University Hospital Galway, particularly regarding infection control; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4616/20]
• 2019-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 151 of 21 November 2019, if the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland will be funding the remainder of the digitalised registration system project cost of €2,089,500 from nurses and midwives annual retention fees; the expected go live date of the registration system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52615/19]
• 2019-12-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 328 of 10 December 2019, the dates on which operational meetings were held with agencies (details supplied) in each of the years 2016 to 2018 and to date in 2019; the reason for the meetings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53008/19]
• 2019-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the dates on which governance and operational meetings were held with agencies (details supplied) in each of the years 2016 to 2018 and to date in 2019; the reason for the meetings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51191/19]
• 2019-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of abortions carried out in each hospital since the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018 came into force; the number of persons who presented at hospital for an abortion in emergency circumstances following a visit to a general practitioner; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51309/19]
• 2019-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the provision made for conscientious objection by members of medical staff on abortion services; the procedure for conscientious objection to abortion services in emergency circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51310/19]
• 2019-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the additional resources allocated to hospitals for the provision of abortion services following the enactment of the Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Act 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51311/19]
• 2019-12-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if situations have arisen in which women that have been treated for a termination of pregnancy have recovered in a maternity ward; if so, the number and location of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51312/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 82 of 10 October 2019, the reason sanction has not been given by the HSE in respect of the 48 vacant posts in which interviews have been held, posts offered and accepted and for which the sanction remains outstanding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48891/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the review of CervicalCheck by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists due in May 2019 will be published; if his attention has been drawn to the report; the investigation he has undertaken to establish the way in which information from the report was leaked to the media; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48889/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the promised new state-of-the-art oncology centre in view of the recognition by all stakeholders that the oncology day ward at Galway University Hospital has not been fit for purpose for over ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48890/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the full allocation for mental health services was not released to the HSE in January 2019 (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48887/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the investigation that has taken place of the injuries sustained by a patient subsequent to an incident while in the care of Galway University Hospital on 19 and 20 September 2019; when it commenced; when it will conclude; the person or body undertaking the investigation; the engagement with the family of the patient; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48888/19]
• 2019-11-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland Statement of Strategy 2017 to 2019, in particular the key milestones at pages 14 and 15; the status of each milestone noted for 2017 to 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48559/19]
• 2019-11-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 368 of 16 April 2019, the additional funding his Department will provide towards the delayed digitalised registration system in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland in addition to the contribution already made of €44,480; if the NMBI will be funding the remainder of the total project cost of €2,089,500 from nurses and midwives annual retention fees; the status of the expected new go-live date of the registration system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48409/19]
• 2019-11-06
  VOTE
  Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019: Report and Final Stages

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 27–75
• 2019-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress of the digitalised registration system in the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, funded by his Department; his views on the resignation in May 2019 of the project sponsor and resignation of the project lead in August 2019 leading to a delay in the commencement of the system roll-out scheduled to take place in September 2019; the details of the original tender cost of the project; the additional costs that will be incurred as a result of the delay; the projected commencement roll-out date of this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42416/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1301 of 6 September 2019, the status of the options appraisal for the model 4 hospital at Merlin Park, Galway; if the options appraisal was submitted to the HSE and his Department by the end of September 2019; when the options appraisal will be published; the cost to date of the options appraisal process; the anticipated overall cost of the process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41156/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 66 of 2 July 2019, if the property transfer has been completed; the status of the design brief; if approval has been sought and granted for the appointment of a new design team for the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41183/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to address the recurrent nature of non-compliance with regulations impacting on the quality and safety of care for residents, including cleaning, decontamination, infection control, nursing documentation, access to allied health care, risk management, residents rights and water quality at Merlin Park Hospital units 5 and 6 as identified by HIQA in recent reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41181/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number, grade and title of all posts in Galway city and county in which interviews have been held, posts offered and accepted and awaiting sanction by the HSE and his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41180/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the additional resources provided to the HSE to eliminate delays in the processing of applications and payments under the HSE cross-Border directive scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41179/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 95 of 13 March 2019 the precise location of the helipad of Galway University Hospital; if the helipad has been relocated to the grounds of the hospital from its temporary location in the community park in Shantalla, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41182/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase the eligibility limit for those over 70 years of age applying for a medical card from a reduction that was implemented in 2014 and has not being raised to date to €500 for a single person over 70 years of age and €900 for a couple; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41478/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase the eligibility limit for those over 80 years of age applying for a medical card from a reduction that was implemented in 2014 and has not being raised to date to €500 for a single person over 80 years of age and €900 for a couple; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41479/19]
• 2019-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 319 of 22 January 2019, the conclusions by the HSE into the effect on whether the yearly increase of social welfare payments has adversely affected those over 70 and 80 years of age and their ability to qualify for a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41480/19]
• 2019-10-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of protected disclosures made to his Department in relation to the NMBI in each of the years 2014 to 2018 and to date in 2019; the number ongoing; the year in which each protected disclosure was initially made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39736/19]
• 2019-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the external investigation into the NMBI; the terms of reference of the investigation; the person or organisation undertaking the investigation; the timeframe for delivery of the external review; the anticipated cost of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39136/19]
• 2019-09-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 550 of 11 June 2019, the basis on which it was concluded that the aspect of complaint in respect of the impact of certain conduct on the health and well-being of personnel did not characterise matters falling within the provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2015; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38933/19]
• 2019-09-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 674 of 11 June 2019 and 1266 and 1267 of 27 July 2019, the reason it took from September 2014 to 11 June 2019 to address with the board of the NMBI the matter of inappropriate spending of nurses and midwives moneys on legal expenses for a person (details supplied) named in a protected disclosure; the reason this aspect of the protected disclosure was not investigated to confirm the validity of the allegation at the early stages of reviewing the protected disclosure; the legal fees paid by the NMBI to the person named in the protected disclosure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38934/19]
• 2019-09-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the weighting percentages to be used as part of the upcoming HSE FreeStyle Libre review decision making process to be given to criteria (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38443/19]
• 2019-09-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the reimbursement data set will specifically cover only current HSE funded users of the FreeStyle Libre device; if not, if the Health Technology Assessment Group review will compare total blood glucose strip usage spend year on year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38444/19]
• 2019-09-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when sanction will be given by the National Director of Community Operations in relation to the essential full-time physiotherapy post in Connemara in view of the large number of persons awaiting physiotherapy in Connemara and the islands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37611/19]
• 2019-09-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of posts in primary care for which interviews have been held, posts offered and accepted and awaiting sanction by the National Director of Community Operations in Galway city and county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37612/19]
• 2019-09-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of posts in primary care for which interviews have been held, posts offered and accepted and awaiting sanction by the National Director of Community Operations by post and county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37613/19]
• 2019-09-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of graduates that applied to Saolta for preregistration positions to date in 2019, by county; the number of preregistration nurses employed by Saolta by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37614/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1265 of 23 July 2019, the grade of staff involved in the administrative process of reviewing applications from overseas applicants, in particular the grade of five staff of various grades from other departments within the NMBI; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36362/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1264 of 23 July 2019, the number of persons waiting to have their overseas applications processed as at 31 August 2019, by length of time in months in tabular form; the number and grade of all staff working on the backlog; the anticipated timeframe to clear the backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36363/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 117 of 2 July 2019, the status of the options appraisal for the model 4 hospital at Merlin Park, Galway; the cost to date of the options appraisal process; the anticipated overall cost of the process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36555/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the new emergency department at University Hospital Galway; the timeframe for delivery; the anticipated cost of the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36556/19]
• 2019-09-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of expenditure in the NMBI relating to the organisational staff development programme; the costs associated with this development programme to include all payments made to date and future expected payments to complete the programme; the number of staff undertaking this training, their role, grade and tenure in the NMBI permanent, contract, agency in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36815/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of reviews carried out by his Department pursuant to Standing Order 164A of Dáil Éireann; the pieces of legislation to which each review refers; the number and title of each piece of legislation in respect of which a review pursuant to Standing Order 164A has not been undertaken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31632/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when Spinraza will be made available to adults with spinal muscular atrophy; the assessment undertaken on the effectiveness of the drug for adults with the condition; the estimated annual cost of extending provision of Spinraza to adults with the condition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31969/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when patients in need of Spinraza will be able to access the drug; the length of time it will take and the criteria and conditions under which it will be available to patients; the reason there is no reference to its approval on the websites of the National Centre for Pharmacoeconomics, NCPE, and the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32211/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on the delays in the NMBI in relation to the processing of applications from overseas applicants; the number of persons waiting to have their applications processed by length of time waiting in months in tabular form; the plans in place to address the backlog at the NMBI; the anticipated timeframe to clear the backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32415/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and grade including permanent, temporary and contract of staff at the NMBI involved in the administrative process in relation to the processing of applications from overseas applicants; the number of files per day per person that can be processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32416/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 674 of 11 June 2019, if a copy of the response issued by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI, will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32417/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason it took from September 2014 to 11 June 2019 to raise with the board of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, NMBI, the matter of inappropriate expenditure of midwives and nurses fees on legal expenses for a person (details supplied) named in a protected disclosure; if he is satisfied that the matter is now resolved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32418/19]
• 2019-07-23
  PQ
  Asked Agriculture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of veterinary inspectors, portal inspectors and plant health inspectors recruited in each of the years 2017, 2018 and to date in 2019, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32902/19]
• 2019-07-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will provide details of all entities in which he or his Department hold shares; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30186/19]
• 2019-07-04
  VOTE
  Mental Health Services Reports · 2 divisions

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–81
  • ✓ voted for Amendment again put: motion passed · 78–41
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 57 of 13 March 2019, the status of the State property transfer process in relation to the transfer of land on Inisbofin, County Galway by Galway County Council to the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht; if the property has been transferred; if a portion of the property has now been transferred to the HSE via an intra-State property transfer; if the design brief has been updated and a new design team appointed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27937/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the orthopaedic theatres at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway which have been closed since September 2017 will be reinstated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27934/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason 176 persons are waiting for home support for more than 12 months and a further 80 persons waiting for an increase in home support hours in County Galway as at 31 May 2019; the longest period of time a person is waiting for home support services in County Galway; the steps being taken to address the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27936/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the options appraisal for the model 4 hospital at Merlin Park, Galway will be completed by the end of July 2019; the cost to date of the options appraisal process; the anticipated overall cost of the process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27933/19]
• 2019-07-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the alternative arrangements in place to treat patients of Merlin Park Hospital for orthopaedic procedures, including University Hospital Galway and other hospitals; the number of persons on the waiting list for orthopaedic surgeries by length of time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27935/19]
• 2019-06-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the survey findings of an organisation (details supplied) are being considered as part of the HSE review of the FreeStyle Libre device to be made available to all persons with type 1 diabetes; his views on the survey findings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26696/19]
• 2019-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite hours provided for adults with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2008 to 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25960/19]
• 2019-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite hours provided for children with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2008 to 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25961/19]
• 2019-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of respite hours provided for adolescents with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2008 to 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25962/19]
• 2019-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on the waiting list for residential care for adults with an intellectual disability in Galway city and county in each of the years 2008 to 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25963/19]
• 2019-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of adults with intellectual disabilities in residential care in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25964/19]
• 2019-06-18
  PQ
  Asked Children

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs when the final report of the national review panel on the abuse of children in the care of the health board-HSE (2003-2011), the summary report of which was published in May 2019, will be published; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25037/19]
• 2019-05-22
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if concerns in relation to the provision of services by RehabCare in Galway city and county have been addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22156/19]
• 2019-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to providing additional home help hours for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21798/19]
• 2019-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if consideration will be given to providing additional home help hours for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21799/19]
• 2019-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on the waiting list for a home support service in each area of CHO2; the number of persons on a waiting list for an increase in home support hours in each area of CHO2; the number waiting for periods (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21800/19]
• 2019-05-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if reimbursement of FreeStyle Libre flash glucose monitoring systems pursuant to recommendation 2 of the health technology assessment group advice note 2017/001 was considered; if so, the decision made; when the decision was made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21859/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the options appraisal for the model 4 hospitals in Galway; when it will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20832/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the physiotherapy services in Connemara; when a physiotherapist will be appointed in the Connemara region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20830/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for the delivery of the new radiation oncology unit in University Hospital Galway; the number of vacancies in oncology at the hospital; the number of persons on the waiting list for oncology services at the hospital; the length of time they have been on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20833/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when funding will be provided to allow for the development of an extra procedure room in endoscopy at University Hospital Galway; the number of persons and duration by month on the waiting list for GI endoscopy, oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy and colonoscopy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20831/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of modular theatres at Merlin Park hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20829/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies in the laundry service at University Hospital Galway; the length of time such positions have been vacant; the grade of vacancies; when they will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21035/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the contract between a company (details supplied) and University Hospital Galway for the washing of soiled articles including mops; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21036/19]
• 2019-05-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the protocols and procedures in place at the laundry service in University Hospital Galway, particularly regarding infection control; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21037/19]
• 2019-05-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the assisted human reproduction Bill will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19611/19]
• 2019-04-11
  VOTE
  Regulated Professions (Health and Social Care) (Amendment) Bill 2019

  A bill to give further effect to Directive 2005/36/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 7 September 2005 on the recognition of professional qualifications as amended by Council Directive 2006/100/EC of 20 November 2006, Commission Regulation (EC) No. 1430/2007 of 5 December 2007, Commission Regulation (EC) No. 755/2008 of 31 July 2008, Regulation (EC) No. 1137/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 October 2008, Commission Regulation (EC) No. 279/2009 of 6 April 2009, Commission Regulation (EU) No. 213/2011 of 3 March 2011, Act concerning the accession of the Republic of Croatia, Commission Regulation (EU) No. 623/2012 of 11 July 2012, Council Directive 2013/25/EU of 13 May 2013, Directive 2013/55/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 November 2013 and Commission Delegated Decision (EU) 2016/790 of 13 January 2016 and, for that purpose, to amend the Dentists Act 1985, the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, the Pharmacy Act 2007, the Medical Practitioners Act 2007 and the Nurses and Midwives Act 2011; to make provision for certain other amendments to those Acts; to make provision for certain amendments to the Health Act 1953, the Health Identifiers Act 2014 and the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015; and to provide for related matters.

  • ✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 102–2
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason contracts for the provision of modular theatres at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway could not be executed; when it was established that the contracts could not be executed; when this tender process was begun; the costs incurred from the initiation of the tender process to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15174/19]
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the revised procurement strategy in relation to the provision of modular theatres for Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15175/19]
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when it is expected that the modular theatres will be in situ and functioning at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15176/19]
• 2019-04-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the engagement he has had with the Saolta University Health Care Group and the HSE in relation to the ongoing failure to provide operating theatres at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway since the closure in September 2017 of two operating theatres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15177/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the failures of the HSE with regard to taking every reasonable precaution to prevent persons from contracting infectious diseases while in Galway University Hospital around the time of the tuberculosis outbreak at the hospital in the past year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13645/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on whether a failure to immediately isolate a person suspected to have an active is a failure to take a reasonable precaution to prevent persons from contracting infectious diseases while in Galway University Hospital around the time of the tuberculosis outbreak at the hospital in the past year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13646/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the corrective actions regarding failures of the HSE with regard to taking every reasonable precaution to prevent persons from contracting infectious diseases while in Galway University Hospital around the time of the tuberculosis outbreak at the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13647/19]
• 2019-03-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has admitted that it is accepting liability for those that contracted tuberculosis during the recent outbreak at Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13648/19]
• 2019-03-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the date on which contracts were first exchanged relating to the provision of modular theatres at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; if the contracts have been signed; the reason for the delay; the number of persons awaiting surgery due to the closure of the theatres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12076/19]
• 2019-03-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of centres alongside birth centres pursuant to the national maternity strategy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12078/19]
• 2019-03-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 730 of 17 April 2018, the status of the interstate property transfer relating to the provision of a healthcare centre on Inisbofin, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12075/19]
• 2019-03-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 111 of 5 February 2019, the status of the report setting out the preferred option for development; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12079/19]
• 2019-03-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps taken to reinstate the helipad and helicopter service of Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12077/19]
• 2019-03-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the degree to which each of the 50 actions of the national drugs strategy has been implemented; the timeline for the implementation of each outstanding action; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12093/19]
• 2019-02-20
  VOTE
  Confidence in Minister for Health

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion failed · 53–58
• 2019-02-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the involvement he has had with the National Treasury Management Agency and the National Development Finance Agency relating to the children’s hospital project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7811/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the outcome of the evaluation of the implementation process for the single assessment tool; if a copy of the report will be provided; the status of the roll-out of the single assessment tool nationally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5337/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the projects that will be delayed or deferred due to overruns on the capital project by the National Children’s Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5333/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the actions he has taken further to correspondence from a person (details supplied) on Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; if he has met with the relevant stakeholders; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5335/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 289 of 25 September 2018, the status of the options appraisal for the model four hospital in County Galway; when it will be published; the persons conducting the appraisal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5334/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 394 of 20 November 2018, the outcome of the tender process for the provision of a modular theatre facility to provide two replacement theatres; the date on which it went to tender; the person or body that was granted the tender; when the facility will be in place and operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5336/19]
• 2019-02-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress in relation to the provision of a health centre on Inisbofin, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5339/19]
• 2019-01-17
  VOTE
  Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) (Amendment) Bill 2018

  A bill to amend the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013 to establish specific criteria applicable for orphan medicinal products for the purposes of the Health Service Executive making a relevant decision regarding adding an item to the Reimbursement List

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 83–51
• 2019-01-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the policy on the funding of external and-or internal reviews and-or investigations of patient care in hospitals; the cost of such reviews or investigations in each of the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54325/18]
• 2019-01-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the policy on the funding of external and-or internal reviews and-or investigations of patient care in hospitals; the cost of such reviews or investigations at Galway University Hospital in each of the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54326/18]
• 2018-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when an independent expert will be appointed to examine a matter (details supplied); the terms of reference of the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52252/18]
• 2018-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the information he received about the implementation of the guidelines on the prevention and control of tuberculosis in Ireland 2010, amended in 2014, pursuant to an outbreak of tuberculosis, a notifiable disease, in Galway University Hospital; if he is satisfied that the procedures were appropriately rolled out and are sufficiently robust in view of the substantial number of persons, including staff, who contracted latent tuberculosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50611/18]
• 2018-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients or staff or both who contracted latent tuberculosis in Galway University Hospital, by month, in 2017 and to date in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50615/18]
• 2018-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 422 of 7 February 2018, the status of the roll-out and location of a primary care centre in the western area of Galway city; the details of the pre-planning survey; when it was completed; the expected date on which the centre will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50614/18]
• 2018-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason he has not allocated funding to an organisation (details supplied) in view of the essential service it provides to persons with autism in Galway city and county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50613/18]
• 2018-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 127 of 6 November 2018, if he is satisfied that Galway University Hospital has no system to record the number and cost of all external reviews or investigations of patient care at the hospital for each of the past ten years; the steps he will take to establish this information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50612/18]
• 2018-12-05
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018 · 11 divisions

  A bill to provide for and regulate termination of pregnancy; to make provision for reviews at the instigation of a pregnant woman, or a person on her behalf, of certain medical opinions given in respect of pregnancy; to make available without charge certain services to women for the purpose of termination of pregnancy in accordance with this Act and, for that purpose, to amend the Health Act 1970 and certain other enactments; to provide for offences in respect of the intentional ending of the life of a foetus otherwise than in accordance with this Act; to amend the Bail Act 1997; to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act 2013 and provisions of certain other enactments; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 90–15
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 9–101
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 10–89
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 90–16
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–63
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 29–65
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 27–75
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–67
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–75
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 21–64
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 10–75
• 2018-12-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 163 of 14 February 2018, when Parts 2 and 3 of the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015 will be commenced; the reason for the delay in enactment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50413/18]
• 2018-12-04
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018 · 5 divisions

  A bill to provide for and regulate termination of pregnancy; to make provision for reviews at the instigation of a pregnant woman, or a person on her behalf, of certain medical opinions given in respect of pregnancy; to make available without charge certain services to women for the purpose of termination of pregnancy in accordance with this Act and, for that purpose, to amend the Health Act 1970 and certain other enactments; to provide for offences in respect of the intentional ending of the life of a foetus otherwise than in accordance with this Act; to amend the Bail Act 1997; to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act 2013 and provisions of certain other enactments; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 8–88
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 6–89
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 10–84
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 8–89
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 8–84
• 2018-11-29
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018 · 2 divisions

  A bill to provide for and regulate termination of pregnancy; to make provision for reviews at the instigation of a pregnant woman, or a person on her behalf, of certain medical opinions given in respect of pregnancy; to make available without charge certain services to women for the purpose of termination of pregnancy in accordance with this Act and, for that purpose, to amend the Health Act 1970 and certain other enactments; to provide for offences in respect of the intentional ending of the life of a foetus otherwise than in accordance with this Act; to amend the Bail Act 1997; to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act 2013 and provisions of certain other enactments; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 22–61
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 21–71
• 2018-11-28
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018 · 3 divisions

  A bill to provide for and regulate termination of pregnancy; to make provision for reviews at the instigation of a pregnant woman, or a person on her behalf, of certain medical opinions given in respect of pregnancy; to make available without charge certain services to women for the purpose of termination of pregnancy in accordance with this Act and, for that purpose, to amend the Health Act 1970 and certain other enactments; to provide for offences in respect of the intentional ending of the life of a foetus otherwise than in accordance with this Act; to amend the Bail Act 1997; to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act 2013 and provisions of certain other enactments; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 43–45
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 34–64
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 9–90
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons whose elective orthopaedic procedures have been deferred consequent on the ongoing closure of one orthopaedic theatre at Merlin Park University Hospital Galway by length of time waiting and age in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47894/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the alternative arrangements in place to treat patients at Merlin Park University Hospital Galway (details supplied); the alternative hospitals to which they have been sent in order for the procedures to be carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47895/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that a substantial number of staff members and or patients at Galway University Hospital have contracted latent tuberculosis following the admission, treatment and care of a person with active tuberculosis earlier in 2018; his views on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47912/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the policies and or protocols in relation to the admission, treatment and care of a patient with active tuberculosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47913/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the care packages in place for staff members that have contracted latent tuberculosis following the admission, treatment and care of a patient to Galway University Hospital with active tuberculosis earlier in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47914/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the protocol or other procedures followed in Galway University Hospital following the admission, treatment and care of a patient with active tuberculosis earlier in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47915/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of patients and or staff that contracted latent tuberculosis following the admission, treatment and care of a patient with active tuberculosis earlier in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47916/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and the length of time persons are awaiting a DEXA scan in University Hospital Galway in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47957/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the DEXA scanner service provided by University Hospital Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47958/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the position of staff nurse has been filled following the recruitment advertisement for a staff nurse to perform DEXA scans for University Hospital Galway which had a closing date for applications of 21 December 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47959/18]
• 2018-11-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the necessary complement of staff in order to operate the DEXA scanner at University Hospital Galway; the number of staff employed to operate the scanner; the vacancies in this regard; the reason therefor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47960/18]
• 2018-11-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the registration board for counselling and psychotherapy under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46579/18]
• 2018-11-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of social workers appointed to cover the Connemara south and west regions; the number of vacancies; the number of persons awaiting allocation to a social worker in the region by the priority of the case and waiting time, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46725/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of investigations conducted by the Commission for Public Service Appointments in relation to the bloc recruitment process in the University of Limerick in 2015; the findings of such a report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44076/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of HSE employees that have made protected disclosures to him to date in 2018 in relation to concerns regarding patient care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44077/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the recruitment process involved in the appointment of the CEO of University Hospital Limerick in 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44078/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of nurses and midwives on administrative leave; the reason therefor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44079/18]
• 2018-10-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of nurses and midwives not working due to work related stress; if this number is considered as actively working; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44080/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 88 of 29 May 2018, if the modular theatre at Merlin Park Hospital has opened; if not, when it will open; the status of the second orthopaedic theatre which closed in September 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43526/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the audit that was suspended as a temporary measure into the findings of cervical smear tests; the date on which it was suspended; the date on which the audit will recommence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43528/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and cost of all external reviews and-or investigations of patient care at Galway University Hospital in each of the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43525/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the report commissioned in 2015 on the provision of health services on the islands will be published; when it was completed; if a copy of the report will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43529/18]
• 2018-10-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost and number of agency staff employed at the acute mental health unit, department of psychiatry, University Hospital Galway, by month to date in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43527/18]
• 2018-10-23
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018: Referral to Select Committee

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 102–11
• 2018-10-23
  VOTE
  Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) Bill 2018

  A bill to provide for and regulate termination of pregnancy; to make provision for reviews at the instigation of a pregnant woman, or a person on her behalf, of certain medical opinions given in respect of pregnancy; to make available without charge certain services to women for the purpose of termination of pregnancy in accordance with this Act and, for that purpose, to amend the Health Act 1970 and certain other enactments; to provide for offences in respect of the intentional ending of the life of a foetus otherwise than in accordance with this Act; to amend the Bail Act 1997; to repeal the Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, the Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act 2013 and provisions of certain other enactments; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

  • ✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 102–12
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of abolishing inpatient charges for cancer patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41744/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of abolishing inpatient charges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41745/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the screening process in place to detect Lyme disease in blood donations; the consequences for a positive identification; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42245/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to ensure that general practitioners and other health professionals have adequate training for the early testing and diagnosis of Lyme disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42246/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons with Lyme disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42247/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to develop specialist services for Lyme disease patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42248/18]
• 2018-10-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of the action plan for an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42328/18]
• 2018-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of claims pending against the State Claims Agency related to persons who had an adverse reaction to the swine flu vaccine; the number of cases settled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41656/18]
• 2018-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the publication of the medical guidelines for the termination of pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40288/18]
• 2018-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the person or persons responsible for the publication of the medical guidelines for the termination of pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40289/18]
• 2018-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of increasing funding for BreastCheck in 2019 by 15%; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39769/18]
• 2018-10-02
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the interim report of the Farrelly commission due on 15 September 2018 will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39890/18]
• 2018-09-26
  VOTE
  Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015 · 2 divisions

  A bill to provide for the minimum price per gram of alcohol, to confer the power on the Minister for Health to, by order, increase that price, to provide for the labelling of alcohol products including the inclusion of health warnings and the alcohol content and energy content of alcohol products on alcohol product containers, to provide for restrictions in relation to the advertising and sponsorship of alcohol products, to provide procedures in relation to the exposure for sale and advertising of alcohol products in specified licensed premises, to confer power on the Minister for Health to make regulations for the purpose of prohibiting or restricting the sale of alcohol products in certain circumstances, to provide for enforcement measures, to provide for the repeal of certain provisions of the Intoxicating Liquor Act 2003 and the Intoxicating Liquor Act 2008, and to provide for related matters

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 27–55
  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 25–56
• 2018-09-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 5 of 28 September 2017 (details supplied), if a copy of the options appraisal will be provided; if the report is not available, the reason; the persons conducting the appraisal; the date on which the report will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38424/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if funding for an organisation (details supplied) will be examined in view of the underspend of dormant accounts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35467/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 65 of 3 May 2017, if the ecology assessment of the identified site has been completed; the progress to date on the provision of a new health centre for Inisbofin, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36733/18]
• 2018-09-07
  PQ
  Asked Culture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 389 of 26 September 2017 and 1640 of 17 April 2018 and further to a request made by the HSE to the islands division of her Department to acquire an identified site for a replacement primary health centre on Inisbofin, County Galway, if the site has been acquired; if not, when a decision will issue; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [36732/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when HSE west will replace the staff positions (details supplied) left vacant in Galway University Hospital and which have not been replaced to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32591/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 9 of 28 September 2017, the progress that has been made to acquire a site to house the community mental health team in west County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34481/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 9 of 28 September 2017, when and the location to which the two teams covering Galway city and the Connemara region from the unsuitable adult acute mental health unit will be relocated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34482/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 76 of 28 September 2017, the status of the review of the accommodation of community mental health teams in Galway; when it commenced; when it will be completed; the person or body undertaking the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34483/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 76 of 28 September 2017, the position on the building to replace the building that burned down in Merlin Park University Hospital and which housed the essential alcohol addiction counselling services; the value of the insurance moneys ring-fenced by the HSE for this purpose; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34484/18]
• 2018-07-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and positions of all agency staff employed in the new 50-bed adult acute mental heath unit in Galway University Hospital; the agencies used; the cost to the HSE west of agency staff; the number and positions of all non-agency staff employed at the unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34485/18]
• 2018-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 5 of 28 September 2017 to outline the findings of the options appraisal paper due mid-2018 on Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31682/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if, in view of the previous history of rogue abortion counselling services and the general lack of proper psychological services in this area, he will further prioritise professional services for women considering abortion in addition to the speedy and effective rolling out of the arrangements for the statutory registration of counsellors and psychotherapists; the timeline up to the point of the actual registration of individual practitioners and the protection of titles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24915/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase the €500 eligibility limit for receipt of a medical card by a single person over 70 years of age and the €900 limit for a couple; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25271/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reviews that have taken place of the income thresholds for medical cards; if no review has taken place, when is it expected that one will be carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25272/18]
• 2018-06-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons over 70 and 80 years of age, respectively that hold a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25273/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 388 of 5 December 2017, the staff who have been recruited to enable St. Finbarr's ward, UHG to support an orthopaedic elective service at the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23457/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the two orthopaedic theatres which closed in Merlin Park University Hospital, Galway in September 2017; if the theatres have been reopened; if so, the date on which they opened; if not, the date scheduled for their opening; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23456/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the HSE's policy in relation to the provision of out of hours emergency scan services for pregnant women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23455/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the new 50 bed mental health unit will open at Galway University Hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23459/18]
• 2018-05-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of employees that have not been released from their contracts within the time limit set out for post-recruitment release arrangements under the HSE HR Circular 001/2015; and having been offered a new position, the particulars of the positions; the steps being taken to ensure compliance with the circular; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23498/18]
• 2018-05-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position in relation to the number of cases which have come under the remit of the State Claims Agency arising from the failure to inform women who had a smear test of the subsequent reinterpretation of their previous smear, or smears, as soon as this information came to hand; the number of proceedings initiated to date by those affected and-or their families; the number of cases already settled; the breakdown of those settlements; the damages agreed in each case; if exemplary damages were agreed in any case such as legal costs; if any of those settlements included a confidentiality clause; the status of outstanding proceedings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20746/18]
• 2018-05-10
  VOTE
  Health Service Reform

  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 48–77
• 2018-04-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when a child (details supplied) with complex medical needs will be offered an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18435/18]
• 2018-04-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to a parliamentary question from this Deputy (details supplied), if his attention has been drawn to the fact that no progress has been made on waiting times for appointments and that children continue to wait in excess of two years for an appointment; if he has sought clarification as to the reason this remains the case; the steps being taken to ensure sufficient resources are in place to provide an acceptable service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18459/18]
• 2018-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the persons undertaking the review of A Vision for Change; the terms of reference including confirmation that the terms include the re-establishment of an independent implementation body; when it commenced; the finish date envisioned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17116/18]
• 2018-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the new 50-bed psychiatric unit at University Hospital Galway, UHG, will open; the number of beds that will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17113/18]
• 2018-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the options appraisal in respect of the future acute hospital needs in County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17114/18]
• 2018-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of ambulance services for the Connemara region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17112/18]
• 2018-04-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 393 of 26 September 2017, the position regarding the new emergency department in University Hospital Galway, UHG; the timeframe for delivery; if a short to medium plan for managing the demand for both scheduled and unscheduled care for UHG and Merlin Park Hospital has been developed; if so, if he will provide a copy of the plan; when it started and finished, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17115/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of funding to provide respite care for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15134/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the serious funding issues at an organisation (details supplied) at which an extensive waiting list for all forms of respite care for service users is in operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15136/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 389 of 26 September 2017 and further to a request made by the HSE to the islands division to acquire an identified site for a replacement primary health centre on Inishbofin, County Galway, the progress made in relation to the acquisition of the site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15314/18]
• 2018-04-17
  PQ
  Asked Culture

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht further to Parliamentary Question No. 389 of 26 September 2017 and further to a request made by the HSE to the islands division to acquire an identified site for a replacement primary health centre on Inishbofin, County Galway, the progress made on the acquisition of the site; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15313/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 50 of 15 November 2017, when the new 50-bed mental health unit at University Hospital Galway will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13810/18]
• 2018-03-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 50 of 15 November 2017, the reason for the delay in opening the new 50-bed mental health unit at University Hospital Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13811/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 25 of 8 February 2018 and in view of the findings of the expert clinical team, if these theatres will no longer be used for surgery; if so, if surgery will resume only when the modular theatres are operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9538/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 25 of 8 February 2018, the number of persons whose appointments for surgery have been cancelled due to the closure of two orthopaedic theatres at Merlin Park hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9539/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 25 of 8 February 2018, the alternative arrangements made in hospitals outside of the 88 persons seen at University Hospital Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9540/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 25 of 8 February 2018, when the assessment by the expert clinical team which found that the existing theatre design does not meet surgical standards was carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9541/18]
• 2018-02-27
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 25 of 8 February 2018, the assessment by an expert clinical team that had been carried out in advance of the leaks at the theatres; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9542/18]
• 2018-02-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to address issues in regard to persons overpaying prescription charges (details supplied) whereby multiple prescription charges are applied to various strengths of the same product; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8263/18]
• 2018-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when Parts 2 and 3 of the Children and Family Relationships Act 2015 will be commenced; the reason for the delay in enactment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7609/18]
• 2018-02-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health ,further to Parliamentary Question No. 307 of 5 December 2017, if he has arranged for the HSE to reply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7123/18]
• 2018-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the repairs at Merlin Park University Hospital have been completed for some time while at the same time the process of procuring modular theatres is continuing; the reason for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6373/18]
• 2018-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 89 of 15 November 2017, if the ambulance base has returned to UCHG; the status of discussions in respect of the base at Merlin Park University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6372/18]
• 2018-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1639 of 16 January 2018, the arrangements for the provision of services to the 60 persons per week that were scheduled for orthopaedic procedure since 4 September 2017; the hospital in which they were scheduled; the cumulative number of persons awaiting orthopaedic services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6371/18]
• 2018-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when full elective surgery will be restored in Merlin Park University Hospital in view of the fact that the repairs were completed some time ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6374/18]
• 2018-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  D'fhiafraigh Deputy Catherine Connolly den Aire Sláinte an bhfuil sé ar an eolas faoi na deacrachtaí leanúnacha a bhaineann leis an tseirbhís otharchairr i dtuaisceart agus i ndeisceart Chonamara, Co. na Gaillimhe; an bhfuil sé ar an eolas go mbíonn othair, uaireanta, ag fanacht ar thaobh an bhóthair ar feadh níos mó ná uair an chloig; an bhfuil sé ar an eolas go bhfuil cúrsaí tromchúiseacha sláinte agus sábháilteachta i gceist; an bhfuil sé ar an eolas go bhfuil beatha na n-othar i mbaol [6370/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 390 of 26 September 2017, the status of the completion of the pre-planning survey of the proposed primary care centre for the west of Galway city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4249/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the range of ultrasound services available at the primary care centre in Doughiska, Galway; the number of persons over 65 years of age referred by general practitioners to the service for each month since May 2017 and to date in 2018; the waiting time from the date of referral to the ultrasound; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4250/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons over 65 years of age who have received ultrasound services at the primary care centre in Doughiska, Galway, since the service began to date, by month, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4251/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the initial contract was signed with a company (details supplied); the nature, duration and value of the contract; the moneys received by the company to date; the number of persons seen by the company; the business case in respect of the contract; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4252/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the arrangement or contract between the HSE and a company (details supplied) in respect of the delivery of the ultrasound service in Galway city and county; the duration and value of the contract and the amount of moneys received by the company to date; the number of persons seen by the company; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4253/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the adult psychology service at the primary care centre in Doughiska, Galway; the number and age of persons seen; the number of staff and the agency providing the service; the origin of referrals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4254/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the counselling in primary care service at the primary care centre in Doughiska, Galway; the number and age of persons seen; the number of staff and the agency providing the service; the origin of referrals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4255/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 165 to 167, inclusive, of 23 November 2017, if consideration has been given to the suspension of the use of transvaginal mesh while the report of the Chief Medial Officer is awaiting completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4404/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 165 to 167, inclusive, of 23 November, 2017, when the report of the chief medical officer in relation to transvaginal mesh implants will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4405/18]
• 2018-01-30
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 165 to 167, inclusive, of 23 November 2017, if translabial ultrasound is available to persons suffering complications relating to the use of transvaginal mesh; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4406/18]
• 2018-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason registered chiropractors have not been included in the European Union Basic Safety Standards For Protection Against Dangers Arising from Medical Exposure to Ionising Radiation Regulations 2018; his plans to amend the regulations to include members of that profession; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3813/18]
• 2018-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been brought to the amended European Union Basic Safety Standards for Protection Against Dangers Arising from Medical Exposure to Ionising Radiation Regulations 2018 as suggested by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3814/18]
• 2018-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the action being taken in relation to the inadequate ambulance service in Connemara, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3590/18]
• 2018-01-24
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to an event involving a person (details supplied); his views on the matter; the nature and details of an investigation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3591/18]
• 2018-01-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the extent to which each of the recommendations of the emergency department task force report has been implemented, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2951/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the days and hours on which the early intervention team and the school age teams use a building (details supplied); the number of children involved in each programme; the staff complement for each of the programmes; the nature of the services provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54962/17]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 777 of 7 November 2017, if the repair works on the operating theatres at Merlin Park University Hospital have been completed; if so, the date on which the works were completed; if not, the reason therefor; the date on which it is expected that the works will be completed; if the operating theatres are operational; if so, the date on which they opened; if not, the reason therefor; when it is expected that they will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1639/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 777 of 7 November 2017, the number of appointments that have been postponed, cancelled or transferred to another location due to the closure of the theatres in Merlin Park University Hospital, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1640/18]
• 2018-01-16
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 777 of 7 November 2017, if all persons whose appointments have been postponed or cancelled or transferred to another location have been contacted by the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1641/18]
• 2017-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the provisions of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 will be made fully applicable to all counsellors including abortion counsellors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53592/17]
• 2017-12-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the two-year transition period which has applied to other professions under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 will apply to counsellors; his plans to shorten or eliminate this transition period on the grounds of urgency or on other grounds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53593/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy centre at University Hospital Galway; the location, opening times and designated person in charge thereof; the referral process of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52749/17]
• 2017-12-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if there will be a requirement for registered practitioners, under the upcoming implementation of statutory registration for the counselling and psychotherapy profession, to also be a member of a professional body or a particular professional body; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52866/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps that have been taken on foot of a report (details supplied) into the care of a person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51459/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 84 of 15 November 2017, the full complement of beds in St. Finbar's ward at Galway University Hospital; the number of beds that were closed; the duration for which they were closed; the reason they were closed; if all of the beds are now in use; the circumstances which enabled the return to use of these beds in view of the fact that this was not answered in the reply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51944/17]
• 2017-12-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 81 of 15 November 2017, the position regarding staffing and facilities at the maternity ultrasound department at Galway University Hospital; the complement of staff necessary to provide the services; the vacancies which exist and the recruitment process underway; if women are not receiving scans as a result of staffing issues; if so, the number of women affected in view of the fact that this was not answered in the reply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51945/17]
• 2017-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for an independent review of the use of mesh implants; his further plans to hold a formal investigation into the concerns attributed to the use of surgical mesh implants in view of reports (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49805/17]
• 2017-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who have had a vaginal mesh implant surgery in each of the past ten years; the number of persons requiring repeated operations to resolve issues in respect of the implant surgery; the number of implants that have been removed; the steps he is taking to assist those affected by complications relating to the implants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49806/17]
• 2017-11-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of complaints received regarding transvaginal mesh implants in each of the past ten years; the number of persons pursuing legal action over complications they suffered as a result of receiving implants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49807/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 467 of 20 September 2017, the opening date of the new 50-bed mental health unit at Galway University Hospital in view of the fact that the planned operational date for the new unit is Q4 2017; the complement of staff necessary to run this unit; if this number has been recruited; if the assignment of staff will mean a reduction in staff for other services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48089/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position regarding staffing and facilities at the maternity ultrasound department at Galway University Hospital; the complement of staff necessary to provide the services; the vacancies which exist and the recruitment process under way; if women are not receiving scans as a result of staffing issues; if so, the number of women affected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48092/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the full complement of beds in St Finbar's ward at Galway University Hospital; the number of beds that were closed; the duration for which they were closed; the reason they were closed; if all of the beds are now in use; the circumstances which enabled the return to use of these beds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48093/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress that has been made on the provision of temporary modular orthopaedic theatres at Merlin Park Hospital, Galway to replace the two damaged theatres; if planning permission is required; when the theatres will be erected; the complement of beds in St Finbar's ward; if all of these are now in use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48090/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 195 of 7 July 2017, the immediate action that is to be taken (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48091/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the admission rate at the acute psychiatric unit at Galway University Hospital; the number of beds currently available; the waiting time for admission; the full complement of staff required; the number of staff vacancies; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48328/17]
• 2017-11-15
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps that have been taken for the provision of a proper and adequate ambulance service for a region (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48362/17]
• 2017-11-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 240 of 3 May 2017 and 1112 of 20 June 2017, if the files in question have been examined; if the files have been retrieved; if not, the reason for the delay in their retrieval; when he expects to be in possession of the files; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48238/17]
• 2017-11-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 391 of 26 September 2017, the plan in place to deal with the closure of two operating theatres at Merlin Park hospital, County Galway; the assessment carried out by the external engineering firm of the damage; the timeframe for the completion of repairs; the arrangements in place for surgeries to be carried out at alternative sites, more particularly, the full complement of beds at St. Finbar's ward; if they are now all available for patients; the number of persons that had been scheduled for surgery; when they can expect to have their operations; if the persons involved have been written to in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46659/17]
• 2017-10-19
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 76 of 28 September 2017, if the building will not be replaced pending that review; if so, if the insurance money will remain ring-fenced and safeguarded; when the review started; when it is expected the review will be completed; the stakeholders that are participating in the review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44310/17]
• 2017-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the analysis that has been undertaken regarding the cost of introducing free access to abortion services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44099/17]
• 2017-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of podiatrists employed by the HSE in Galway city and county; his plans to increase spending on the provision of podiatrist services nationally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43041/17]
• 2017-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); the communication that the person has received regarding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42920/17]
• 2017-10-10
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to the roll-out of the national integrated medical imaging system, NIMIS, the number, name and location of HSE hospitals in which this system has been installed; the number, name and location of HSE hospitals in which this system is in operation; the number, name and location of the HSE hospitals operating under a different system; the provisions within the NIMIS to allow for co-operation within the non-NIMIS, for example, the sharing of images and reports; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42247/17]
• 2017-10-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1077 of 11 September 2017, the anticipated role and function of the existing professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy in relation to the accreditation of practitioners once the statutory registration board has been put in place in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41300/17]
• 2017-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 136 of 21 June 2017, the progress that has been made on the relevant plan and the options appraisal in view of his approval, in May 2017, for the Saolta health group to develop a plan for the future of its hospitals and necessary service expansion and for the conduct of an options appraisal for the future acute hospital needs in Galway; if the process has begun; the completion date; the person or body carrying it out; the cost of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41007/17]
• 2017-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Question No. 468 of 20 September 2017, if he will clarify the proposal to locate the community mental health team base at a site at Dangan, Galway; the status of the proposal; the timeframe for the opening and operation of the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40768/17]
• 2017-09-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the plans in respect of a new building, in view of the decision of HSE west to ring-fence the insurance payment for the construction of a new building following the burning down of the addiction counselling service building at Merlin Park hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40767/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 65 of 3 May 2017, if the ecology assessment has been completed; if so, if a copy of the assessment can be provided; if a programme for procurement of the site and the design services has begun; if so, the timescale for the completion of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40648/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress that has been made on the provision of a primary care centre in Galway, further to the identification of the site as Shantalla, Galway as the appropriate location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40649/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans in place to deal with the situation at Merlin Park hospital, Galway; the expected repair time; the arrangements for surgery to be carried out at an alternative site; the number of persons affected that were scheduled to have operations (details supplied); when they can expect to have their operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40650/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons awaiting orthopaedic surgery at Merlin Park hospital, Galway; the length of time they have been on the waiting list; the nature of the surgery to be carried out, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40651/17]
• 2017-09-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 136 on 21 June 2017, the status of this project; if a design team has been appointed; the completion date for the new design; the timescale to delivery of the new emergency department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40652/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the date on which the new 50 bed mental health unit at Galway University Hospital will open; the plans in place to facilitate this transfer; the reason for the delay in opening the unit; the complement of staff necessary to run the unit; if all of those positions have been filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39519/17]
• 2017-09-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of proposals the Galway psychiatric unit has for the provision of outpatient clinics and-or services in Galway city and county; the status of the proposed outpatient facility at Dangan, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39520/17]
• 2017-09-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for the introduction of statutory registration for counselling and psychotherapy services under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005. [37780/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the case of a person (details supplied); the steps being taken to address the crisis that has arisen; when the person can expect to be discharged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34914/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in the psychiatric department at University Hospital Galway who are medically fit for discharge but cannot be discharged for reasons external to the hospital, including the absence of appropriate accommodation; the reasons for preventing discharge; the steps being taken to solve these difficulties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34915/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to other proposed or completed sales in which no business case or business proposal was created despite it being a requirement in the HSE protocol that they be created (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35777/17]
• 2017-07-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the care groups, community groups or public bodies that were informed that land (details supplied) was excess to HSE's requirements prior to the property transaction application form being completed in 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35778/17]
• 2017-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1106 of 20 June 2017, the name of the body or Department responsible for the purchase and supply of medical equipment for use by general practitioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33247/17]
• 2017-07-05
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans for a memory clinic in the western region in view of the fact that there is only one memory clinic in the west and north west regions in which approximately 10,000 persons are living with dementia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31696/17]
• 2017-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 72 of 3 May 2017, the progress that has been made in the development of a new ambulance base on the grounds of Merlin Park; when he expects the new ambulance base to be fully functioning; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30336/17]
• 2017-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position in relation to the provision of nursing home services in view of the fact that the private public ratio has reached critical level of approximately 80 to 20; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27904/17]
• 2017-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of ambulance services in north and south Connemara, County Galway, in view of the repeated highlighting of serious issues in relation to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27903/17]
• 2017-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on the recent confirmation that the vacant physiotherapy post in south Connemara will not be filled due to financial constraints (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27906/17]
• 2017-06-21
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the progress that has been made in relation to the written request to him by the clinical director of Galway University Hospital and the management of a group (details supplied) to examine an options appraisal of a new hospital; if the permission has been given; if not, the status of the request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27902/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the system for identifying Lyme disease; the treatment options; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26573/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a method (details supplied) of detecting Lyme disease; if consideration will be given to introducing a similar system here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26574/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if German results in respect of Lyme disease detection for persons (details supplied) will be accepted here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26575/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that persons who have tested positive for Lyme disease in another jurisdiction are permitted to donate blood here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26576/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to reduce the current one-year deferral on MSM blood donors here to a three-month deferral (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26740/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position with regard to the provision of emergency equipment and supplies to rural general practitioners who are not members of a co-operative and are acting as surrogates for the ambulance service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26887/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the ambulance crisis in south Connemara, County Galway, in which the ambulance base in Carraroe is frequently unstaffed and unmanned with resulting unacceptable waiting times for an ambulance and in the view of general practitioners on the ground will result in death; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26888/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 240 of 3 May 2017, if the files in question have been retrieved; if not, the reason for the delay in their retrieval; when he expects the examination of the file to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26919/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the posts that have become vacant in a group (details supplied) in occupational therapy, physiotherapy and public health nurses in the past three years; the posts which have been filled; the date on which they were filled; the posts which have not been filled; the reason for same; the vacant posts that no longer exist; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28391/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if a copy of the Galway Roscommon ASD service review commissioned by the Chief Officer CHO 2, HSE West can be provided; the status of each of the recommendations therein; the extent to which each recommendation has been implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28560/17]
• 2017-06-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied) in County Galway for ASD services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28562/17]
• 2017-05-31
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 238 of 25 January 2017 and 59 of 3 May 2017 (details supplied), the reason for the delay in granting approval for such an essential post in view of the fact it has now been vacant since August 2016 leaving the Gaeltacht area bereft of the service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26189/17]
• 2017-05-23
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views on the continuing failure to implement the European working time directive which was transposed into law through the Organisation of Working Time Act and, notwithstanding which, workers in the homeless sector and more particularly, those working with a centre (details supplied), continue to receive only €4.50 per hour from the HSE west which is less than half of the minimum wage and in breach of the Labour Court recommendation as far back as September 2014; his views on whether time spent on sleepovers should be acknowledged as constituting working time; when this will be rectified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24171/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of nursing homes in Galway city and county with which the HSE west has entered into contracts for the provision of long-term and short-term nursing home care, that is convalescence and respite beds; the names and locations of the nursing homes; the nature and costs of the contract; the process by which the nursing homes were selected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20733/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 238 of 25 January 2017, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that south Connemara has been without a physiotherapy service since August 2016, leaving patients bereft of an essential health service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20731/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a new health centre for Inisboffin, County Galway, in view of the unsuitability of the current accommodation and the delay to date in providing a modern primary care facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20734/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he has contacted the HSE regarding Parliamentary Questions Nos. 414 of 7 February 2017 and 510 of 11 April 2017 regarding the ambulance service at the Merlin Park site, in view of the fact that the current site is not fit for purpose and has given rise to health and safety concerns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20730/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the situation in relation to the proposed maternity hospital in Elm Park and the independence of its clinical governance, in view of the involvement of an organisation (details supplied); the safeguards in place to ensure future State ownership of the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20732/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and grades of all vacancies at Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20889/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the policy of the HSE regarding zero-hour contracts and if-and-when contracts of employment for section 39 Health Act 2004 organisations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20890/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the name and number of all section 39 Health Act 2004 organisations in Galway city and county; the level of public funding allocated to each organisation; the number of staff employed by each organisation; if he will provide a breakdown of employment contracts (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20891/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health in regard to an organisation (details supplied) the annual amount of funding given to the organisation for each of the past five years to 2016 and to date in 2017; the number of staff employed by the organisation; if he will provide a breakdown of employment contracts (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20892/17]
• 2017-05-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the nature of negotiations between the State and an organisation (details supplied) during the transfer of St. Vincent’s Hospital from St. Stephen’s Green to Elm Park; if there was agreement regarding the sale or transfer of the St. Stephen’s Green property after the hospital relocated; if all aspects of any agreement have been honoured by the organisation; if not, the aspects that have not been honoured; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20989/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the person or agency that, when an adult, male or female, is allegedly raped, is responsible for carrying out a forensic sexual medical examination; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17960/17]
• 2017-04-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 414 of 7 February 2017, if the decision to be made in quarter 1 of 2017 to go to tender to build the new permanent ambulance base on the Merlin Park site has been taken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17653/17]
• 2017-03-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of an overseas registration application (details supplied) which is with the NMBI since August 2017. [15622/17]
• 2017-03-29
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of an overseas registration application (details supplied) which has been with the NMBI since December 2015 [15623/17]
• 2017-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend free cervical smear testing to include women under 25 years of age, in particular to those under 25 years of age who, based on family history, require a smear test; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14940/17]
• 2017-03-28
  PQ
  Asked Communications

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his plans to seek legal advice from the Attorney General following the findings by the European Environmental Agency in 2012 that emissions from certain industries, holding IPPC licences granted by the EPA, were causing damage to the environment and to human health in view of the provisions of section 4 of the Criminal Damage Act 1991; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15356/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the additional resources that have been made available by his Department to the National Ambulance Service in 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11885/17]
• 2017-03-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the primary care programme; the number and location of primary care centres in Galway city, county and the islands; the status of the roll-out of primary care centres for 2017 and each of the next five years in Galway city, county and the islands; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11886/17]
• 2017-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the total figure that has been ring-fenced to tackle waiting lists in Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6856/17]
• 2017-02-14
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 509 of 12 July 2016 (details supplied), the details of each of the recommendations, in tabular form; if same have been implemented in full; if not the reason; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6892/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 12 of 12 July 2016 and 109 of 18 October 2016, the status of the review of A Vision for Change; when the review will be published; the composition of the review body; the terms of reference of that review; the steps that have been taken to reinstate the implementation body; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6139/17]
• 2017-02-08
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to parliamentary question No. 238 of 25 January 2017, when the national Health Service Executive office will approve the post (details supplied); the reason for the delay in approving this position; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6267/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the way in which the decision by the Health Service Executive west that 14.2 acres at Merlin Park were surplus to need was reached; the name of the person who made the decision; when the decision was made; the assessment or business case upon which the decision was made; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5620/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the 14.2 acres of land at Merlin Park was put for sale on the open market; if so, the details of the sales process, including the advertising process, the dates and publications in which the advertisements were published; the number of interested parties and the outcome; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5621/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the agreement which has been reached between the Health Service Executive west and the proposed purchaser (details supplied) of the 14.2 acres of land at Merlin Park; the full details of same, including the status of the agreement; the purchase price; the zoning on which that purchase price was based; the way in which the agreement was reached; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5622/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the testing regime in place for the water supply to the downstairs ambulance station in Merlin Park Hospital, in particular the frequency of the testing; if it is done on an ongoing basis as is done for water supply to unit 7; if he will provide the results of same for the past two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5642/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency transfers undertaken by the HSE Galway ambulance service to Dublin in the period January 2016 to December 2016; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5643/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the cost to date of the provision of the temporary buildings housing the ambulance service at Merlin Park Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5644/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the details of the plan for the ambulance service at Merlin Park in terms of a permanent facility from which the crews can operate safely in view of concerns (details supplied); the status of the plan; the timescale for delivery of the plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5645/17]
• 2017-02-07
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the drug Hepamerz is not included in the list of medications approved under the drug payment scheme or the long-term illness book; his plans to include this vital encephalopathy drug on those lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5667/17]
• 2017-01-25
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the position of physiotherapist for south Connemara, County Galway will be filled; the reason for the delay in filling the position which has left the area without an essential service since August 2016; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3457/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the channels available to raise concerns or make complaints in the area of medical research and the trial use of certain drugs on both human and animal subjects; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41453/16]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the current average waiting time in weeks for processing overseas registration applications by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland from the date initial correspondence was received; the measures in place to reduce any delays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1430/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the decision support service within the Mental Health Commission will be established; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1787/17]
• 2017-01-17
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the outstanding substantive sections of Part 8 of the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015 will be commenced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1788/17]
• 2016-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when an MRI and lumbar puncture appointment will be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39425/16]
• 2016-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when the amended policy regarding deferral of blood donations by men who have sex with men will be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39960/16]
• 2016-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he will review the requirement for a 12-month deferral period for blood donation by men who have sex with men in view of the fact that there is no such deferral period in other jurisdictions such as Italy, Poland, Spain, Portugal, Ukraine, Russia, South Africa, Latvia, Bulgaria, Mexico and Peru; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39961/16]
• 2016-12-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend an equal 12-month blanket deferral policy for sexually active heterosexual blood donors in view of the rapid rise in HIV diagnoses in this population and the possibility of HIV infection of heterosexual blood donors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39962/16]
• 2016-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when a cataract appointment will be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38756/16]
• 2016-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when a cataract appointment will be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38757/16]
• 2016-12-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the average waiting time for cataract patients in County Galway from time of referral to treatment; the reason for the delays; his plans to address the waiting list and related issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38758/16]
• 2016-12-01
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the audit into spinal surgeries performed on 198 persons between January 2013 and November 2014 in University Hospital Galway; when the audit commenced; when it was completed; when the findings will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38242/16]
• 2016-11-17
  VOTE
  Mental Health Services Funding

  • ✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–88
• 2016-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33210/16]
• 2016-11-03
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if the HSE west has the necessary funds to replace equipment (details supplied); if not, when it will be provided with the funds; the specific time span for the provision of the equipment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33216/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the funding made available for County Galway and south Mayo for home help packages in 2016; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that as a result of going over budget early in the year to relieve the pressure on the hospital, the service has now been severely curtailed with the result that there are both delayed discharges and delayed admissions to the hospital; the steps that have or will be taken to make sufficient funds available to rectify the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30393/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health regarding the planning for a new hospital for County Galway on the grounds of Merlin Park, in view of the fact that the capacity of the existing hospital is number one on the risk register and that the clinical director and the chief executive officer of the hospital and the management of a group (details supplied) have all confirmed that a new hospital is necessary, if this was discussed or raised at his recent meeting with the group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30394/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the new 75 bed unit in GUH is almost complete and will not be able to take in patients due to the lack of resources; the funding for staff and resources that has been or will be made available as a matter of urgency so that the new unit can be fully opened and utilised in view of the pressure on the existing hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30392/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the review for A Vision for Change; when the review will be published; the steps that have been taken to reinstate the implementation body that served such a vital role in monitoring the implementation of A Vision for Change; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30396/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the ongoing cancellation of outpatient appointments for oncology services in Galway University Hospital; the explanation that has been offered by the Health Service Executive for these cancellations; the steps he will take to cease this practice in view of the vulnerability of the patients in question; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30395/16]
• 2016-10-18
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to end the practice of placing children and adolescents in adult psychiatric wards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23032/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number and nature of the non-elective procedures that have been cancelled per month since January 2016 to date in Galway University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29604/16]
• 2016-10-11
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons that have been identified as appropriate for discharge but cannot be discharged due to inadequate follow-up services, including the provision of home care packages, home help hours, respite beds and so on; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29605/16]
• 2016-10-06
  VOTE
  Mental Health Services · 2 divisions

  • ✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 59–37
  • ✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 61–37
• 2016-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the funding made available for home help and home care packages for the community health care organisation, CHO, area 2 comprising Galway, Mayo and Roscommon in each of the past five years; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this area has spent in excess of those funds which were provided; the amount of those excesses; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the decision has now been taken to bring the level of service and expenditure into equilibrium with allocated budgets, notwithstanding that patients and families are suffering as a result of insufficient home help and home care packages or that patients cannot be discharged from hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28517/16]
• 2016-10-04
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to increase home care and home help for a person (details supplied) to allow for discharge from hospital. [28518/16]
• 2016-07-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person, (details supplied) including when the person will receive an appointment. [22973/16]
• 2016-07-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person, (details supplied) including when the person will receive an appointment. [22974/16]
• 2016-07-13
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied) including when the person will receive an appointment. [21465/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he has commenced the promised review of A Vision for Change, when he will complete it, the composition of the review team, its terms of reference, and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20606/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason the independent monitoring group set up to monitor the implementation of A Vision for Change and which sat for two periods, 2006-2009 and 2009-2012, did not sit after 2012 given that it was a fundamental recommendation in A Vision for Change; his plans, if any, to reconvene such a monitoring group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20607/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on the waiting list for ultrasounds; the backlog that exists for ultrasounds in Galway University Hospital for infants up to four months; the reason there is a backlog for such an essential service; the steps being taken to resolve this backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20605/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health when irregularities and concerns first came to or were brought to his attention and that of the Health Service Executive in the matter of a charity (details supplied); the steps that were taken or reviews carried out; the documentation available on these reviews; the safeguards that have been put in place to ensure the continuation of the services provided by this charity; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20608/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he has met with Saolta and-or the management of Galway University Hospital on health issues (details supplied) and the planning for a new hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20604/16]
• 2016-07-12
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health regarding the coroner's inquest, the Health Information and Quality Authority report and the internal and external reviews into the death of a person (details supplied) to outline in detail and in tabular form the number of recommendations that have emanated from these reviews, specifically each of those recommendations; the recommendations that have been implemented; the number of recommendations that remain to be implemented; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20676/16]
• 2016-06-28
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health the reason for the lack of reports from the National Maternity Hospital and the Rotunda Hospital, given the recommendation by the Health Information and Quality Authority following its investigation of Portlaoise hospital that monthly safety statements be published by each of the maternity hospitals; if he will require all maternity hospitals to publish reports; if not, the reason; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18211/16]
• 2016-06-09
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his views that two dual energy X-ray absorptiometry scanners at University Hospital Galway are not functioning due to staff shortages and cutbacks, notwithstanding the 20 year waiting list in this region; and the immediate steps needed to allow the machines to function. [15158/16]
• 2016-06-01
  PQ
  Asked Education

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Education and Skills when he will make a decision on the construction of a boundary wall between a school and a residential area, given health and safety requirements and that the necessary documents, costings and revised costings have been submitted; the reason for the delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13970/16]
• 2016-04-26
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 347 of 20 April 2016, the steps which will be taken to deal with the lack of beds in the intensive care unit in University College Hospital Galway. [8454/16]
• 2016-04-20
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he is aware of a situation (details supplied); the steps and resources he will put in place to avoid this ongoing situation in the cardiothoracic unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7664/16]
• 2016-04-06
  PQ
  Asked Health

  Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if he is aware that the child and adolescent sexual assault treatment service in County Galway is entering its second month of closure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6256/16]