Niamh Smyth — Watch Them Work

2026-04-15

VOTE

Organisation of Working Time (Leave for Health Screening Purposes) Bill 2025

A bill to provide for a period of paid leave in order to enable employees to participate in health screening programmes; for that purpose to amend the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997; to extend the protection against unfair dismissals conferred by the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 to 2015; to provide for the consequential amendment of certain other Acts; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 65–83

2026-04-14

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24296/26]

2026-03-26

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the roll out of the shingles vaccine in Ireland; If her Department plans to introduce the vaccine for those over 50 years; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23184/26]

2026-03-25

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised in relation to access to appropriate mental health supports and services; if she will provide an update on the referral made to mental health services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22525/26]

2026-03-25

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment (details supplied); if a date has been set for assessment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22610/26]

2026-03-25

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22761/26]

2026-03-19

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting over two years on an appointment in Cavan general hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20998/26]

2026-03-19

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if her attention has been brought to the case of a person (details supplied) whose scheduled back surgery was cancelled due to lack of available beds; the steps being taken to ensure the procedure is rescheduled as soon as possible; the expected waiting time for the surgery; if there is any possibility of expediting the procedure given that the patient has already been waiting a significant period and her condition has worsen; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21196/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) who is due to be discharged from a hospital, where the family is not yet ready to receive the person and a carers’ package is not in place; whether respite or other interim supports can be provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19062/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19233/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); the position regarding the application; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19352/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will outline the current status of this case and any expected timeframe for treatment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19417/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (detail supplied) is waiting on an colonoscopy appointment in Cavan general; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19462/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence regarding the introduction of a €4 transport charge for attendees of a service (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised in relation to the impact this charge may have on older people accessing the service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19509/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence from a family regarding a letter received from HSE (details supplied); if this is the correct procedure given the circumstances outlined by the family in question; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20077/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); if she can provide an update on the case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20173/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20423/26]

2026-03-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20533/26]

2026-03-05

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will review the current supports available to healthcare workers diagnosed with long-Covid who contracted the illness in the course of their employment during the Covid pandemic; if she will outline the rationale for the cessation of the special leave with pay (SLWP) arrangements and the transition to affected workers to standard sick leave and temporary rehabilitation remuneration; if she will advise whether consideration is being given to recognising long-Covid as an occupational illness for healthcare and social care workers; if she will outline what financial and social protection supports are available to healthcare workers who remain unable to return to work due to long-Covid; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17878/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she is aware that routine appointments for dental care (details supplied) are not taking place due to staffing issues; the efforts her Department is making to assist staffing issues in counties Cavan and Monaghan presently; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17366/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the extension of hours (details supplied) at a hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17392/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the expansion of hours of (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17393/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for the opening of Ballybay primary care centre; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17426/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline plans to review the home support allowance grant rate (details supplied); if she has plans to review it; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17526/26]

2026-03-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1079 of 27 January 2026, if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will answer the question referred to therein; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17789/26]

2026-03-03

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will consider turning a project (details supplied) into an adult service once the permanent home is up and running for children in Monaghan Town; if she will provide an update on the new respite centre for children in Monaghan Town; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16906/26]

2026-02-26

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence in respect of a person (details supplied) who has been informed that the night-time rate payable to their personal assistants is to be reduced; the reason this decision has been made in this case; whether the matter will be reconsidered in light of the person’s care need; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15785/26]

2026-02-19

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) in relation to their personal assistant budget, where an increase was verbally agreed by the HSE but has not been reflected in recent payments; the reason the agreed hourly rate increase has not been implemented; the steps being taken rectify the matter as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13459/26]

2026-02-19

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not receiving enough home help hours; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13956/26]

2026-02-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (detail supplied) is waiting on a follow-up appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13183/26]

2026-02-11

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied) as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10646/26]

2026-02-11

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite a procedure for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10652/26]

2026-02-11

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10736/26]

2026-02-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) in relation to their personal assistant budget; the status of this review; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9657/26]

2026-02-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on a project (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9816/26]

2026-02-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are plans to install a second MRI scanner (details supplied) at Cavan General Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9847/26]

2026-02-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite surgery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10424/26]

2026-02-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who has been awaiting a total knee replacement for over five years at Beaumont Hospital; the reason, despite the length of time on the waiting list and the clinical complexity of the case, surgery has still not being scheduled; the steps which are being taken to prioritise long-waiting patients whose quality of life has been severely impacted; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7715/26]

2026-02-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); the arrangements in place to ensure patients can access their dental records and continuity of care in such circumstances; if any guidance is available to patients who have paid for treatment that was not completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7740/26]

2026-02-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had an appointment cancelled; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8065/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) did not qualify for a buggy for a child with exceptional needs. [5428/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update regarding an appointment for a person (details supplied); if a date has been set for assessment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5927/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a cardiology appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6002/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a child (details supplied) and expedite an appointment for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6009/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who is awaiting an urgent consultant appointment at Cappagh Hospital; the current waiting time for such appointments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6225/26]

2026-01-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will outline the specialist treatment options or referral pathways available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6253/26]

2026-01-21

LOBBY

The Asthma Society of Ireland Health

AV Room Briefing for World Lung Day

2026-01-20

LOBBY

Irish Second-Level Students' Union (ISSU) Health

Regarding the bill for endometriosis care

2026-01-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting since June 2025 for results from Cavan General Hospital. [4082/26]

2026-01-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a review will be expedited in the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4186/26]

2026-01-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a place in a nursing home for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4205/26]

2026-01-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); the arrangements that are in place to ensure patients can access their dental records and continuity of care in such circumstances; if any guidance is available to patients who have paid for treatment that was not completed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4401/26]

2026-01-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4478/26]

2026-01-15

LOBBY

DEBRA Ireland Health

Debra contacted TDs and Senators to attend the launch of a review on the supports and services for Epidermolysis Bullosa and outlined recommendations for enhanced funding to improve supports and services. Copies of the recommendations and Debra 'asks' were provided

2026-01-15

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); the steps her Department is taking on this issue; the actions her Department has taken to date; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3049/26]

2026-01-15

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide a list of funding open to first responders groups in order to facilitate training and the upkeep of such a vital service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [3289/26]

2026-01-14

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to simplify the medical card application process for people with cancer; the measures taken by her Department; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2636/26]

2026-01-14

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a medical card application will be approved (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2730/26]

2026-01-13

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [74823/25]

2026-01-13

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of persons (details supplied); the reason the family is advised that certain care hours are being provided when carers are not attending on those days, including where care is stated to cover both parents but does not do so; the reason for the absence of weekend home support cover; the status of the promised respite placement; if formal written confirmation has issued to the family; who is recorded as the primary contact and decision-maker for this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1346/26]

2026-01-13

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1360/26]

2026-01-13

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will address the questions raised in correspondence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1435/26]

2026-01-13

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding a request for nursing home care in a facility which operates under the fair deal scheme; if clarification can be provided as to whether a person may be accommodated in such a facility on a private, self-funded basis outside of the scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [1972/26]

2026-01-08

LOBBY

The Union of Students in Ireland Health

Supporting Labour Party Motion for Drug Decriminalisation

2025-12-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [73397/25]

2025-12-17

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if there are any plans to extend the scheme or move people to a different payment [72853/25]

2025-12-17

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 against the motion motion failed · 24–124

2025-12-17

VOTE

Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Amendment) Bill 2023: Restoration to Order Paper (Resumed)

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 71–73

2025-12-17

VOTE

Health (Waiting Lists) Bill 2024

A bill to amend and extend the Health Act 2004 and for that purpose to provide for the conferral of additional functions on the Minister for Health in relation to setting of priorities and performance targets by that Minister in relation to maximum waiting times for health and personal social services; to amend the National Treatment Purchase Fund Board (Establishment) Order 2004 to provide for additional reporting, revised corporate governance and accountability arrangements; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 66–80

2025-12-16

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if they will be prioritised considering the ongoing decline in their condition; if she will clarify the person's position on the waiting list; the expected timeline for treatment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71575/25]

2025-12-16

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; whether there are plans to approve the medication required for this condition for reimbursement under the drugs scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71718/25]

2025-12-16

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the cross-border directive repayment for this individual can be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [72505/25]

2025-12-11

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is receiving only 12 hours of home support per week, despite the HSE’s previous indication that 22 hours per week were being provided; if she will address the ongoing absence of weekend home support cover for both individuals; if the promised respite placement from 13-26 January has been formally communicated to the family; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [70942/25]

2025-12-11

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and advice provided on the matter; if they can be moved to the local facility where they are on a list or remain where there are until a bed becomes available to avoid upset; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [71293/25]

2025-12-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); the reasons this person was refused the treatment referenced in the correspondence; the options available to them; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [70569/25]

2025-12-09

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [70036/25]

2025-12-03

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay with the introduction of a machine (details supplied) coming into commission; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [68181/25]

2025-12-03

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting over nine days in Cavan General Hospital for a scan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [68259/25]

2025-12-02

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied) who has been waiting over 24 months for a knee operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [67680/25]

2025-11-27

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding the fair deal scheme; if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [67239/25]

2025-11-26

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not been seen by mental health services; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [66473/25]

2025-11-20

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding an accident and emergency charge issued by Cavan General Hospital; her views on whether the application of this charge was correct in circumstances where the patient could not be admitted due to the unavailability of beds;; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [64711/25]

2025-11-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence from a local councillor regarding a case (details supplied); if she will address the issues raised in this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63215/25]

2025-11-18

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of persons (details supplied); if she will address the ongoing shortfall in their approved home support hours and the absence of weekend and emergency cover; the measures being taken to ensure continuity of care when regular carers are unavailable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [63677/25]

2025-11-12

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [60906/25]

2025-11-12

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [61403/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58039/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a procedure will be expedited for a person (details supplied) as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58144/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) who has been waiting for an appointment since June 2024; if, due to the patient’s serious health issues, the appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58291/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting since 2019 for an appointment in primary care psychology services in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58480/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1916 of 8 September 2025, if the company with the successful tender has been officially appointed; where the site is for the new Day Activation Unit; if a planning permission application has been submitted; the proposed start and finish date of the new unit; when will there be a public announcement and if she will make a statement on the matter. [58618/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who is awaiting both a CT scan and MRI at the Mater Hospital; if these appointments could be expedited given the person’s medical history and ongoing symptoms; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [59349/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case for providing treatment in a hospital closer to home for a person (details supplied). [59985/25]

2025-11-04

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an MRI; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [59989/25]

2025-10-22

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time on an assessment of need in Cavan and Monaghan. [57461/25]

2025-10-21

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the commencement of the ADHD national clinical programme in County Cavan; if a start date has been confirmed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57248/25]

2025-10-21

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 179 of 1 October 2025, if she will urgently investigate the status of home support services for a person (details supplied); if the alternate weekend care due to commence on 11 October 2025 has commenced; if she will ensure that appropriate home support is in place given their age and recent injuries; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57305/25]

2025-10-21

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied) who has been waiting over 24 months for a knee operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [57332/25]

2025-10-16

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who was discharged from the Mater Hospital and is awaiting an appointment in the outpatient clinic; the status of this follow-up care; if she will ensure that their care plan proceeds without further delay; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [56137/25]

2025-10-15

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) who has a severe visual impairment and a neurological muscular condition that affects his ability to walk, and who has been awaiting a suitable wheelchair and power assist device since 2023; if the Minister will investigate the repeated delays and lack of communication from the HSE occupational therapy service in Cavan; if steps can be taken to ensure this person receives the correct equipment and support without further delay; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [55753/25]

2025-10-09

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive requested information about her HSE pension; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [54280/25]

2025-10-08

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Youth if she will review a case (details supplied) where a Health and Safety Authority inspection highlighted risks arising from the lack of storage facilities for PE and other equipment; the reason this matter has been processed under the additional school accommodation scheme, where it does not relate to ASD provision or classroom needs but to the omission of a storage facility during the original building project; if funding will be provided to address this urgent storage requirement as a stand-alone matter; and if she will ensure this matter is treated as a priority given the ongoing health and safety concerns. [54142/25]

2025-10-08

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting on knee surgery in Cappagh Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53964/25]

2025-10-07

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a procedure for a person (details supplied) will be expedited as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53275/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review issues in correspondence (details supplied) specifically in relation to Cavan Monaghan; the steps her Department has taken to fill this vacant position since January 2024; if she will provide a timeframe for recruitment of this much needed counsellor; if she will review the shortfalls in funding and numerous business cases submitted particularly in relation to Cavan Monaghan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53543/25]

2025-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) who has been left waiting indefinitely for necessary orthognathic surgery, despite being placed on a priority list; the steps she is taking to address the absence of an orthodontic consultant in Dundalk since 2022; if she will arrange for this patient to be treated in another HSE facility, or alternatively facilitate access through the Cross-Border Directive or other suitable arrangements; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [53586/25]

2025-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting on knee surgery in Beaumont Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52201/25]

2025-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person will be reviewed (details supplied) whose home help supports ceased when she was admitted to hospital; the reason the service has not been reinstated since her discharge; if she will address concerns that the HSE has indicated the service is “out of tender”, with no provider yet allocated; if she will ensure that urgent home support is restored in this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [52202/25]

2025-09-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not receiving the full time care allocated which has been allocated, with no care provided at weekends; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51174/25]

2025-09-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still awaiting ultrasound treatment in Beaumont Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51596/25]

2025-09-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will expedite the appointment in question; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [51870/25]

2025-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a link and details within same and provide an update on this impending dispute (details supplied); the steps her Department is taking to resolve this matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50654/25]

2025-09-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will examine the case of a child needing dental treatment outlined in correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; if the person mentioned could be scheduled for treatment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49675/25]

2025-09-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if the appointment can be expedited as a matter of urgency; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [50233/25]

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Movember Health

Liaison on the upcoming launch of the Real Face of Men's Health report which makes clear the need for the government to progress the National Men's Health Action plan, with a range of recommendations on priority areas including the need for cross government support statement and clarity on initial funding for the action plan.

2025-09-19

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society Health

Medical cards

2025-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49547/25]

2025-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49552/25]

2025-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) and address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49553/25]

2025-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will examine issues outlined in correspondence (details supplied); if she is aware of the gap in service provision caused by the vacant consultant orthodontist post in the Navan/Dundalk area; if she considers the situation acceptable; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [47933/25]

2025-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48830/25]

2025-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) and address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49088/25]

2025-09-12

LOBBY

Creative Retail Distribution Limited Taxation

Support for Classification of HHC as a Schedule 1 Controlled Drug

2025-09-09

LOBBY

Alcohol Action Ireland Health

Alcohol health information labelling

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if the surgery will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44751/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will examine the case outlined in correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [44849/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will expedite a hospital procedure for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45158/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); the possible avenues or supports available; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45234/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence regarding a person (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45355/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding delays in the provision of an autism assessment for a child; if she will address the concerns raised; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45362/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45470/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if she will address concerns raised by the family; if an appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45505/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will examine access to sensory rooms in hospitals; the sensory-friendly facilities that are currently available in hospitals across the State, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45509/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a fair deal application for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45711/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health her views in relation to issues raised (details supplied) regarding the recent publication of the Standards and Criteria for Counsellors and Psychotherapists by the Counsellors and Psychotherapists Registration Board of CORU; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [45857/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied) and expedite an appointment for surgery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46142/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the measures she is taking to improve supports for people with early onset Parkinson's disease; if she plans to increase capacity for deep brain simulation procedures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46143/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if she will address the concerns raised; if she will expedite an appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46145/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence (details supplied); if she will expedite the appointment referred to therein; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46219/25]

2025-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if she will expedite the matter; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46573/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the correspondence to address concerns raised by a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40861/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a scan will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41184/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a speech and language appointment will be expedited (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41302/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a place in a nursing home for a person will be provided (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41485/25]

2025-07-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [41486/25]

2025-07-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the plans in place for the roll out of a service (details supplied) in County Cavan; the discussions had in relation to this; the agreements that have been made regarding the prevision of this service; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39834/25]

2025-07-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40121/25]

2025-07-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will examine issues raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding access to sensory rooms in hospitals; if she will outline the sensory-friendly facilities currently available in County Cavan, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39451/25]

2025-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will consider the availability of the FreeStyle Libre glucose monitoring system available under the drugs payment scheme for people with type 2 diabetes who use insulin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [38638/25]

2025-07-09

VOTE

Mental Health Bill 2024: Report and Final Stages · 3 divisions

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 86–69
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 67–86
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–86

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37197/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite an appointment for same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37363/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when an appointment will be offered to a child (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37399/25]

2025-07-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a case will be reviewed and hip surgery expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [37431/25]

2025-07-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35270/25]

2025-07-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an urgent update on a referral (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35280/25]

2025-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied) requiring surgery; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33291/25]

2025-06-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if the appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32872/25]

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 reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–82
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 65–86

2025-06-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if the appointment for surgery can be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [32227/25]

2025-06-11

VOTE

Mental Health Bill 2024 · 2 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 reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–85
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 64–85

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29007/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will make respite available to a family (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29359/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will confirm when a person (details supplied) will receive an appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29439/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence in relation to equal access to treatments for SMA adults (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [29462/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30020/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied); if a resolution will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30465/25]

2025-06-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied) and expedite this appointment for injection; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [30712/25]

2025-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if she will ensure this case is treated with the urgency it requires; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [28095/25]

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied) refused necessary treatments; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26789/25]

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); to expedite an appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [27081/25]

2025-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) can be expedited. [27535/25]

2025-05-21

LOBBY

Ibec Trade

US Tariffs and EU Retaliatory Tariffs: Impact on healthcare in Europe

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

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a hospital appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25297/25]

2025-05-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied); if she will expedite an appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25420/25]

2025-05-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence regarding orthodontic treatment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25433/25]

2025-05-19

LOBBY

Nursing Homes Ireland Health

Letter issued to new government Ministers and Ministers for State congratulating them on their new appointments and commitment to work collaboratively

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.

2025-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review correspondence (details supplied) in relation to the proposed HRT scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24913/25]

2025-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a fair deal application (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24824/25]

2025-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on an operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23519/25]

2025-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the list of persons (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24118/25]

2025-05-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for surgery will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22585/25]

2025-05-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1039 of 8 April 2025, if she will note that nothing has moved in relation to this case and follow up on this matter again; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [22853/25]

2025-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21813/25]

2025-04-30

VOTE

Unnecessary Hip Surgeries at Children's Health Ireland

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 85–68

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) has been refused three referrals to CAMHS; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18686/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she is aware of ongoing issues with the delivery of home support services in the Cavan/Monaghan area (details supplied); if she will review the current procedures for assessing and allocating support hours, including the utilisation of available staff resources; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [18871/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment in Cavan General Hospital for nine months to read their recent ultrasound; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19333/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a retired person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19464/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to urgently expedite appointment for (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [19533/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and an appointment expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20156/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was granted home care support but supports are not always put into place; the reason she is not being notified when carers are not calling. [20271/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and an appointment expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20765/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not yet received the results from an MRI scan in Cavan General Hospital they had in February 2025; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20884/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on an application (details supplied) for the fair deal scheme; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21013/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied) regarding the case of a child; if she will acknowledge that the orthodontist in the North will not deal with the case in the current circumstances and state that this procedure needs to be carried out in a hospital environment; if she will refer this correspondence to the HSE; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21036/25]

2025-04-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if her Department will review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite this appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [21191/25]

2025-04-28

LOBBY

Irish Platform for Patients' Organisations, Science and Industry Health

The Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare in Ireland

2025-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) and correspondence relating to same will be reviewed and advice provided in relation to same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17872/25]

2025-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied) and correspondence relating to same and provide advice; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17873/25]

2025-04-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16821/25]

2025-04-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will be placed on the local orthodontic list in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16913/25]

2025-04-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review case of a person (details supplied); if you can provide an update on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17584/25]

2025-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a request can be expedited (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16385/25]

2025-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied) and provide an update from the HSE on a case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15999/25]

2025-04-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [15069/25]

2025-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is continuing to wait on a triple by-pass in the Mater Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14375/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he plans to endorse the WHO resolution on chronic kidney disease, ‘Reducing the burden of noncommunicable diseases through promotion of kidney health and strengthening prevention and control of kidney disease’. [13462/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are any plans to increase the out-of-hours crisis mental health service on the Iveragh Peninsula, County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13553/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13620/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a child (details supplied); if she will provide an update on this appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13640/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a child (details supplied); if she will provide an update on this appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13641/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the assistance her Department is providing for cancer patients attending treatment at Dublin hospitals who face hefty parking charges; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13930/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14083/25]

2025-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence attached (details supplied) and provide an update from the HSE on this case; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [14092/25]

2025-03-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10683/25]

2025-03-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for seven years for an appointment; if this case will be investigated; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12046/25]

2025-03-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [12528/25]

2025-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person awaiting a procedure (details supplied); and if an appointment can be expedited. [9841/25]

2025-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can be facilitated in seeing a consultant urgently due to her pain levels; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9848/25]

2025-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if a homecare package will be expedited or additional convalescent care provided for the person; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10000/25]

2025-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on an operation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [10033/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will be placed on the local orthodontic list in Cavan; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8984/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9052/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) is waiting on a procedure to be carried out in Cavan General Hospital; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9203/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an ear, nose and throat appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9234/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9246/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting on an appointment for an X-ray in the Dental Hospital, Dublin; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9319/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding early retirement on health grounds; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9798/25]

2025-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will expedite an operation in respect of a person (details suppled); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [9804/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8222/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite the appointment; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8227/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review the case of a person (details supplied); if it will be escalated with CAHMS; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8345/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the case of a person (details supplied) who is waiting over 15 months for a knee operation after five previous attempts to have it done failed; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8355/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review a case (details supplied); if she can provide an update on an appointment for this child; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8388/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review a case (details supplied); if she can provide an update on an appointment for this child; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8390/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if she will review a case (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8406/25]

2025-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case or a person (details supplied); to outline the options for this patient; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8564/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a CT scan appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [7588/25]

2025-02-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question 613 of 11 February 2025, if she will review the response and provide an update on this appointment for this person (details supplied). [7920/25]

2025-02-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) and ensure a place in a hospital unit. [5798/25]

2025-02-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [5938/25]

2025-02-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the hormone replacement therapy (HRT) scheme, originally scheduled for rollout in January 2025, will be implemented; the reason for the delay; the steps being taken to resolve the lack of clarity between her Department and a union (details supplied) to ensure pharmacists can dispense HRT products free of charge as planned; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [6059/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4198/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a person (details supplied) requiring a home help package; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4674/25]

2025-02-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied) and escalate this referral; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [4839/25]

2025-02-05

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education if she will provide an update on the timeline for the delivery of the modular building required for the ASD special class at a school (details supplied); if she is aware that the school has had to defer admissions for September 2025 due to the lack of suitable infrastructure, despite engaging with the NCSE and her Department on this matter; and the immediate steps her Department will take to address this urgent issue to ensure the health and safety of the children currently enrolled and those awaiting enrolment. [2587/25]

2025-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason an appointment for a scan has been cancelled on four occasions; if the appointment will be expedited; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2345/25]

2025-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to confirm the Covid guidelines for staff of hospitals during the period of January to July 2022, in particular returning to work, course of action if showing Covid symptoms, etc., and if these guidelines applied to private hospitals operational in the State. [2584/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he plans on reviewing the medical card application process for cancer patients where a household sees a loss of one wage due to illness but cannot obtain a medical card based on the means assessment; if he will review a temporary card for persons who find themselves in the situation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46490/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite hip surgery (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46552/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [46557/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and a homecare package expedited for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46657/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will examine the case of a patient with renal failure (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46690/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review case of a person (detail supplied); if a procedure will be expedited; if he will provide clarity on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46691/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite referral for a person (details supplied) to the step-down unit in Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46875/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if urgent hip replacement surgery for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46914/24]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters in relation to HRT (details supplied) will be clarified and expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1012/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the urgent case of a person (details supplied); if a hip replacement will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1161/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if hip surgery for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1171/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and surgery expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1174/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when knee surgery for a person (details supplied) will be appointed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1453/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) needing advice on obtaining a GP; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1458/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will have knee surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1501/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on an operation so long; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1604/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a child (details supplied) on the dental waiting list; if an appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1629/25]

2025-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will be offered an appointment in Belfast again for hip surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1632/25]

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Irish Cancer Society Health

General Election campaign

2025-01-21

LOBBY

Rehab Group Public Expenditure and Reform

Rehab's Pre Budget Submission

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

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Agriculture

Development of Vaccine for TB - IFA Submission to all Political Parties and Dáil Éireann Candidates for the 2024 General Election

2025-01-20

LOBBY

GSK Health

To demonstrate return on investment from adult vaccination

2025-01-20

LOBBY

Veterinary Ireland Agriculture

Communications with Taoiseach, Tanaiste, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Minister for Health, Chief Veterinary Officer, and other DPOs, regarding Veterinary Ireland concerns on the Veterinary Medicinal Products, Medicated Feed and Fertilisers Regulation Act 2023, and associated Statutory Instrument.

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

2025-01-20

LOBBY

Children's Books Ireland CLG Education and Training

We were asking for investment in school libraries and policies to support reading for joy for children and young people, locally, nationally, and in school communities

2025-01-18

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 2 returns Agriculture

Nationwide Farmer Health Checks Programme
Soil Monitoring and Resilience

2025-01-16

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA Finance

VAT & Taxation on Farm Inputs

2025-01-15

LOBBY

The Irish Farmers' Association - IFA 4 returns HealthEnvironmentSports and Recreation

Fair Deal & Support for Older People
Health - Primary Care Services - Rural Ireland
Water
Recreational Routes

2025-01-15

LOBBY

Multiple Sclerosis Ireland Health

Various Oireachtas members invited the attend MS Ireland's national conference

2024-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if issues with patient follow-up will be expedited (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45511/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Justice

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice if consideration can be given to waiving the €300 fee for the immigration residence permit for two Gazan scholars currently studying at SETU (details supplied), who, while not officially recognised as refugees, were evacuated from Gaza and are on student visas; and if steps can be taken to support institutions like SETU, which are covering all accommodation, fees, meals, stipends, and health insurance for these students without Government support. [44502/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an article can be reviewed (details supplied); when this team/service will be in place on the ground in Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43998/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the shingles vaccine will be provided free of charge to a person (details supplied) at high risk; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44219/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); why the person has not been referred for further investigation to the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44250/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health what funding streams are available for community parent support groups and breastfeeding groups; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44874/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and the status of a hospital appointment for this person. [44921/24]

2024-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person will have knee surgery (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45106/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide the total budget allocation to the HSE (current and capital) in each of the years 2015 to 2025, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43620/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide the total allocation, including supplementaries, to the HSE (current and capital) in each of the years 2015 to 2025, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43621/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the total number of staff working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43622/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of consultant doctors working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43623/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of consultants in emergency medicine working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43624/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of nurses working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43625/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of midwives working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43626/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of physiotherapists working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43627/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of speech and language therapists working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43628/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of occupational therapists working in the health service in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43629/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of health and social care professionals working in the health service in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43630/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the permanently funded acute hospital bed capacity in June each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43631/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of permanently funded community beds in the health system in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43632/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of critical care beds funded in the health service in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43633/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of GPs working in the State in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43634/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the cumulative spending on medicines in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43635/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the cumulative new development funding for new medicines in each year from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43636/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of home help hours delivered in the following years 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43637/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide a list of primary care centres that opened in each year from 2014 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43639/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of doctors who began specialist GP training each year from 2012 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43640/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of advanced nurse practitioners employed each year (June) from 2016 to 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43641/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women who accessed the free contraception scheme in each year since it launched, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43642/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the total number of women who have accessed the free contraception scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43643/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the total number of patients who have used the fertility hubs each year since they opened, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43644/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the total number of patients who have used the see-and-treat gynaecology clinics each year since they opened, in tabular form. [43645/24]

2024-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the average amount of time patients were waiting on the OPD waiting list in June and December each year between 2016 and 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43646/24]

2024-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which a business can access funding for a defibrillator (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43460/24]

2024-10-23

VOTE

Public Health Service Staffing · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 70–59
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 70–59

2024-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health in light of the opening of a step-down facility in Nenagh by the HSE in August, with a contract of only one year before it reverts to its intended purpose as a 50 bed nursing home; who is responsible for the care and oversight of the 32 patients currently residing in the facility; and given that the managing entity (details supplied) is only now advertising for multiple roles, the measures that are in place to ensure the safety of both patients and staff; and where concerns about the management of this facility can be formally raised. [42780/24]

2024-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a mental health charity (details supplied) does not receive any State funding in Cavan and Monaghan; what sources of funding are available to it for support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43069/24]

2024-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can outline any financial supports or mechanisms in place to assist this person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43114/24]

2024-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of an issue with a GP card (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41230/24]

2024-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case when it comes to dental costs (details supplied); if there is any assistance through his Department for a person on social welfare who has been referred for such treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41275/24]

2024-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the provisional ambulance service from Kenmare to the surrounding areas. [41514/24]

2024-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for cataract surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41524/24]

2024-10-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a patient (details supplied) is waiting over 15 months for a knee operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40498/24]

2024-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive a date for an urgent hospital operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39901/24]

2024-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still not covered under the health care system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40086/24]

2024-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an issue (details supplied) in relation to the transfer of patients will be investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39482/24]

2024-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will investigate an issue (details supplied) in relation to the transfer of patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39525/24]

2024-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be urgently expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39319/24]

2024-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a child (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the needs of this child will be investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38832/24]

2024-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of a care service withdrawn for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38848/24]

2024-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a home care package approved in April for a person (details supplied) has not been approved or put in place yet; if he will review the case urgently and provide an update on the matter. [38230/24]

2024-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he will examine this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37398/24]

2024-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37419/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason her appointment was cancelled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36067/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no cardiologist based in Cavan General Hospital; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the cardiologist previously in place has moved permanently to Drogheda Hospital; if he will examine this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36084/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a young child (details supplied) will be prioritised for an urgent procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36105/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be prioritised given that two recent hospital appointments have been cancelled at short notice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36108/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the process by which a person (details supplied) can claim back moneys spent on medication while awaiting medical card approval. [36477/24]

2024-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has a two and a half year wait for a medical procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36693/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if correspondence (details supplied) will be reviewed; if he plans to change the criteria for medical cards for those with incurable diseases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33890/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 493 of 9 April 2024, if the processing of the T1 form submitted to the HSE will be expedited in order to facilitate pension entitlement transfer for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33895/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for their full care package; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33897/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for their full care package; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33898/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34126/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review case of a person (details supplied); the financial supports available in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34183/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his Department will review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34528/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if correspondence will be reviewed (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34536/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot access the HSE dental services even though their present issue was not initially treated correctly; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34869/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34982/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an explanation will be provided for a scheme (details supplied); the way a person who is already in fair deal can avail of this scheme; when it was first introduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35217/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the process for a child (details supplied) to access the school dental system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35411/24]

2024-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if an earlier appointment date will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35657/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine the case of an extended wait for a hospital bed for a person (details supplied) needing surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31024/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an angiogram; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31025/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if additional respite will be sanctioned for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31079/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the replacement grant for an MRI machine in Monaghan General Hospital was not granted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31164/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the menopause outreach clinic in Cavan General Hospital; when he expects this clinic to be open; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31185/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31317/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a child (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31488/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of ophthalmology clinics in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the days on which the services are operational; the locations of the clinics; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32173/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the new or expanded services being provided in counties Cavan and Monaghan in 2023 and to date in 2024, within the healthcare system in hospitals. [32174/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to fill vacancies in primary care in counties Cavan and Monaghan for children who are waiting for occupational therapy, speech and language support and psychology services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32175/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the services, staffing and extra beds introduced to Monaghan Hospital in the past 16 months; his plans to enhance services further in the future at Monaghan Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32176/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide a list of the public health nurses operating in the relevant areas in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the locations in which there are vacancies at present; the length of time these posts have been vacant; and the plans and timeframes that are in place to find suitable replacements, in tabular form. [32177/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in the years 2013 to 2023 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32178/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the provision of menopause services; the number of clinics available through the public health service; the contact details for each menopause clinic; the waiting times for a first appointment at a menopause clinic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32179/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital, per month, from 2021 to 2023 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32180/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the national school dental service has ceased in counties Cavan and Monaghan; how children left untreated can access these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32181/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a project (details supplied); the timeline for same; the services that will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32182/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who used an anomaly scan in Cavan General Hospital to date, per year since its introduction in 2021 and to date in 2024, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32184/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the ages for cancer screening are being reviewed by his Department for breast and bowel cancer; if his Department will lower the age of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32185/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time midwives working in the maternity department of Cavan General Hospital in each of the past five years, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32186/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the services provided by NEDOC; the hours the service is provided in Cavan and Monaghan; the enhancements this service received in the past year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32187/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the response times for ambulances in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the steps his Department has taken to increase ambulances, EMTs and paramedics in Cavan and Monaghan; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32188/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite surgery for a person (details supplied); to provide an update on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32324/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32397/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on a project (details supplied) since its opening in 2023. [32585/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when children can expect to be called for appointments (details supplied) once the tendering process is complete for the outsourcing of orthodontal care for category 5 children in Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32641/24]

2024-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting over two years for urgent orthodontal treatment; when they can expect to be called for this treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32645/24]

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

2024-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health following the passage of the Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Bill 2022, when the issue of citizenship for a child born through IVF to an Irish citizen living outside of Ireland will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28926/24]

2024-07-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27875/24]

2024-07-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review case (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28065/24]

2024-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the home care package application for triplets (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26807/24]

2024-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can provide any advice or support on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26808/24]

2024-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of inspectors currently working for the Mental Health Commission; how many inspectors will be needed for the proposed expansion of the Mental Health Commission’s role under the Mental Health (Amendment) Bill 2023; and the costs associated with same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26865/24]

2024-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health whether there were any derogations from the HSE recruitment embargo provided to mental health services in the period November 2023 to April 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26866/24]

2024-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the current staffing compliment of the Children and Youth Mental Health Office, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26867/24]

2024-06-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); the reason this application was refused; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25954/24]

2024-06-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25973/24]

2024-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25140/24]

2024-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine a case (details supplied) and explain why payments stopped; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25463/24]

2024-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to examine a case (details supplied) and to outline why the payments were stopped by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25464/24]

2024-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE has a role in upkeeping the houses which are falling into derelict especially in North Strand Dublin when the owners are in a nursing home as part of the fair deal scheme. [24160/24]

2024-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the action his Department is taking to assist an organisation (details supplied) regarding its current staffing crisis, which has resulted in day services being stopped for service users. [24258/24]

2024-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a young person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for dental appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23562/24]

2024-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if any analysis has been conducted by the Government on pharmacy fees per item between 2015 and 2023. [23581/24]

2024-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a patient (details supplied) is waiting so long for neck surgery and is enduring severe pain while awaiting surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23718/24]

2024-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps his Department is taking to provide additional resources for survivors of stroke and other cardiovascular conditions in the community who are supported by an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22013/24]

2024-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the current process for cancer patients to obtain a medical card; if the emergency medical card application via a GP in the only avenue; if his Department plans to review this scheme regarding cancer patients who need supports like a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22024/24]

2024-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the measures his Department is taking to assist and support an initiative (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21187/24]

2024-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the embargo on hiring health care assistants in Killarney Community Hospital, which is due to open in November 2024. [21421/24]

2024-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if any analysis has been conducted by the Government on pharmacy fees per item between 2015 and 2023. [21422/24]

2024-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a matter (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21481/24]

2024-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if this person can use the Wicklow-based company for this service in future; and if they do use it, whether the Government supports will still be available to them. [21068/24]

2024-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the physiotherapy appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20208/24]

2024-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review and refer correspondence to the HSE estate management team (details supplied); and to provide an update on the matter. [20367/24]

2024-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to urgently expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20599/24]

2024-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of the investment and enhancement in services at a hospital (details supplied) since becoming Minister; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19494/24]

2024-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); and if he can provide an update on the matter. [19913/24]

2024-04-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a hip assessment and operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19081/24]

2024-04-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an angiogram; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19189/24]

2024-04-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can recommend what treatment abroad options are open to this person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19388/24]

2024-04-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an endoscopy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19452/24]

2024-04-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied) and expedite surgery urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17544/24]

2024-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a case (details supplied) regarding a speech and language service being stopped due to staff shortage will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16871/24]

2024-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and an appointment for rehabilitation expedited. [16877/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence from a concerned parent regarding the need for a bigger buggy for their child (details supplied); and if he can assist on this matter and provide an update on both issues. [16743/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if they will be provided with a place in the step down unit in Monaghan urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16167/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16702/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review documents for funding for the Irish Heart Foundation; his plans on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16715/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a document and the need for funding for an organisation (details supplied); the measures his Department is taking on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16729/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can provide an urgent appointment, given the pain this girl is in; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16734/24]

2024-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a colonoscopy for a patient (details supplied) is being delayed given the family history in this case; if he can expedite this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16757/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14243/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this case; and if the person in question can be placed on a cancellation list and a place secured in this rehabilitation centre for them urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14501/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14525/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review further correspondence from a doctor (details supplied) on an issue; if he will address the points outlined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14640/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14698/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); the status of this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14755/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (detail supplied) will be reviewed; if advice will be provided regarding the person's condition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14756/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will get an appointment with the pain team in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15061/24]

2024-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not entitled to getting hearing aids; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15153/24]

2024-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) can be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11615/24]

2024-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive their next appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11933/24]

2024-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will get another appointment with any peritoneum consultant within the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11934/24]

2024-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12071/24]

2024-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); when an appointment will be rescheduled for a person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12623/24]

2024-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for a update on the cancelled surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11417/24]

2024-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on project (detail supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10879/24]

2024-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the appointment of a position (details supplied) in County Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10129/24]

2024-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on the case of a person (details supplied) who is awaiting an appointment with a HSE service. [10130/24]

2024-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to assign a date for a procedure for a person (details supplied) as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10198/24]

2024-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence in relation to the case of a child (details supplied); the status of a dental appointment for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10666/24]

2024-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if this child can be seen within the public dental system to rectify this issue; how this parent goes about same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9602/24]

2024-02-28

VOTE

Mental Health (Amendment) Bill 2023

A bill to amend the Mental Health Act 2001.

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion _ · 72–60

2024-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence regarding the proposed changes to the provision of post-mastectomy products (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9285/24]

2024-02-21

VOTE

Healthcare Provision in Rural Communities

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 70–60

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) is waiting six years for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7933/24]

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can provide an update on this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7946/24]

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he is aware that a large number of children with disabilities are being refused entry to a hydrotherapy pool in Cavan (details supplied) as there is no hydrotherapist available to assist children with complex needs; if he can investigate this matter and implement same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7959/24]

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on a vacancy (details supplied); how long the position has been vacant; what efforts are being made by HSE to fill this position; when the position will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7986/24]

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be brought forward for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7996/24]

2024-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); if he can provide an update on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8026/24]

2024-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be expedited (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7165/24]

2024-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of this case; and if a place will be expedited for them in the National Rehabilitation Hospital, Dun Laoghaire. [6049/24]

2024-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health what supports are being put in place nationally, and particularly in counties Cavan and Monaghan, to help people with a condition (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6132/24]

2024-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will address the concerns outlined and provide an update on this matter. [6562/24]

2024-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will address concerns outlined and provide an update on this matter. [6563/24]

2024-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long to get an appointment with an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5777/24]

2024-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5807/24]

2024-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has waited so long to get an appointment with an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5912/24]

2024-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a pension from the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5927/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he can expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5004/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive their hospital appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5006/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person’s appointment was cancelled for surgery (details supplied); when he will be called again in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5199/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5201/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he can arrange an alternative appointment urgently for this person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5202/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied) and provide an update on an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5220/24]

2024-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on a matter (details supplied); to note that despite Parliamentary Question response No. 3490 of 21 January 2024, referral has been received by the hospital on 12 December 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5585/24]

2024-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive their next appointment to see a consultant; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3853/24]

2024-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) is waiting on a cataract appointment in the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4090/24]

2024-01-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he can provide an update on a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3490/24]

2024-01-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); if he can provide an update on this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3491/24]

2024-01-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not got the scans needed for their upcoming appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3117/24]

2024-01-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will expedite a treatment for them [3119/24]

2024-01-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review the case of a person (details supplied); if he can provide an update on this case; and if a place will be expedited for them in a rehabilitation centre. [3121/24]

2024-01-24

VOTE

Organisation of Working Time (Reproductive Health Related Leave) Bill 2021 [Seanad]

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 74–54

2024-01-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a hip replacement in Cappagh hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2901/24]

2024-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline the investment and enhancement in services at a hospital (details supplied) since becoming Minister; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1937/24]

2024-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an appointment for surgery in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57234/23]

2024-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment with CAHMS in Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1373/24]

2024-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1774/24]

2023-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review details of an appointment (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55482/23]

2023-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health about the provision of a service (details supplied) in Cavan; if funding for the provision of same can be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55660/23]

2023-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding to a service (details supplied) has been cut; if this is prohibiting the provision of additional services on the ground, particularly in relation to Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55662/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can get another appointment with any peritonium consultant within the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54610/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a child (details supplied) can get an appointment with CAMHS; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54627/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54709/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait 12 months for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55221/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his Department’s criteria in relation to tenders for ambulance services for HSE hospitals by private contractors (details supplied). [55339/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health who appoints the panel to score the tenders for ambulance services for HSE hospitals (details supplied); and what experience they have. [55340/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if it is his Department’s rule that on a long-term basis private ambulance companies would own or have leased ambulances prior to applying for the contract for the provision of ambulance services for hospitals (details supplied). [55341/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when it comes to tenders for ambulance services for hospitals if it is his Department’s rule that ambulance companies cannot on winning the contract attempt to secure ambulance services (details supplied). [55342/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when it comes to tenders for ambulance services for hospitals if it is his Department’s rule that his Department establishes whether or not a company actually has the ambulances or staff to provide the services (details supplied). [55343/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health it comes to tenders for ambulance services for hospitals would it be satisfactory to his Department that a company on winning the contract company only then moves to secure ambulances (details supplied). [55344/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when it comes to tenders for ambulance services for hospitals if it is his Department’s rule that staff should be Garda vetted prior to the contract being activated and that proof of such vetting should be supplied to the tender process (details supplied). [55345/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health is it Department policy that the companies tendering ambulance services are inspected and receive on-site visits from the HSE prior to the awarding of a contract to seek evidence of the requirements to fulfil the contract (details supplied). [55346/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health is it Department policy that companies tendering ambulance services are inspected and receive on-site visits from the HSE after the awarding of a contract (details supplied). [55347/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health is it Department policy to rescind contracts awarded if the company appointed are incapable of providing the contract; and what process exists and must be engaged in to rescind a contract (details supplied). [55348/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on whether it is acceptable that a company would win a contract for the provision of ambulance services which does not have its own ambulances (details supplied) which only purchases or seeks ambulances after the award of the contract, whose staff are not Garda vetted, that does not have staff to operate the service tendered for at the point of the award, still does not have the ambulances required to operate the services, and is now contracting out the services required to other ambulance companies other than the company that was successful in winning the tender. [55349/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the scenario in which a company wins a contract for the provision of ambulance services which does not have its own ambulances, which only purchases or seeks ambulances after the award of the contract, whose staff are not Garda vetted, that does not have staff to operate the service tendered for at the point of the award, still does not have the ambulances required to operate the services, and is now contracting out the services required to other ambulance companies other than the company that was successful in winning the tender poses a potential threat to patient safety (details supplied). [55350/23]

2023-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the scenario in which a company wins a contract for the provision of ambulance services which does not have its own ambulances, which only purchases or seeks ambulances after the award of the contract, whose staff are not Garda vetted, that does not have staff to operate the service tendered for at the point of the award, still does not have the ambulances required to operate the services, and is now contracting out the services required to other ambulance companies other than the company that was successful in winning the tender poses a significant possibility of a civil suit by patients should the company fail to meet patient safety and operational criteria (details supplied). [55351/23]

2023-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) cannot get a primary care certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53998/23]

2023-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to please speed up an appointment for a person (details supplied) to see a physiotherapist in Bailieborough Health centre Kells Road, Bailieborough, Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54031/23]

2023-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied) as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53721/23]

2023-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the ages for cancer screening are being reviewed by his Department for breast and bowel cancer; if lowering the age of same is being considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53737/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the provision of menopause services, specifically the number of clinics available through the public health service; the contact details for each menopause clinic; the waiting times for a first appointment at a menopause clinic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51850/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite an appointment (details supplied) for a hip replacement in Cappagh Hospital as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51890/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital per month for 2022 and to date 2023, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51898/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a place in a facility will be expedited for a person (details supplied) following discharge from Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52074/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied) to see a physiotherapist in Cavan General Hospital;; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52120/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a primary medical certificate appeal by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52137/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was informed in Drogheda Hospital that a physiotherapist would treat them in Ballyjamesduff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52143/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health what facilities two-week respite is provided on an annual basis to carers in the home; what the waiting time is for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52203/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the national school dental service has ceased in Counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52227/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his Department is seeing an increase in reports of rodents, mainly rats, causing concerns for health in towns and villages nationwide; what his Department is doing with other Departments to combat this problem; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52231/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of staff currently employed in CAMHS in the Cavan-Monaghan mental health service; the funding allocated to CAMHS in the Cavan-Monaghan mental health service for 2023 and 2024; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52257/23]

2023-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a pension from the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52463/23]

2023-11-22

VOTE

Health Service Recruitment Freeze · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 74–58
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 74–59

2023-11-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a procedure in Cappagh Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51005/23]

2023-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health what measures/supports are in place for women in Cavan and Monaghan who suffer from post-natal depression; if there are any plans to enhance these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50356/23]

2023-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason monthly prescriptions are not given out to patients based on the number of days in each month, rather than the notional month of 28 days, of which there is only one, namely February (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50030/23]

2023-11-15

VOTE

Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages · 3 divisions

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 117–10
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 49–81
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 47–81

2023-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49348/23]

2023-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49353/23]

2023-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will provide an update on this payment. [49915/23]

2023-11-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline the investment and enhancement in services at a hospital (details supplied) since he assumed office; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48127/23]

2023-11-08

VOTE

Public Health (Tobacco Products and Nicotine Inhaling Products) Bill 2023: Report and Final Stages

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 49–67

2023-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47427/23]

2023-10-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a primary care certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47176/23]

2023-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46858/23]

2023-10-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (detail supplied); if he will ensure this matter is dealt with speedily; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45890/23]

2023-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review (details supplied); the funding that is in place for defibrillators and local voluntary groups of Red Cross; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44858/23]

2023-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if scans at the early pregnancy unit in Cavan General Hospital are available at the weekend; if scans can be provided to concerned women at weekends; if he will review this and implement same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44888/23]

2023-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to expedite surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45145/23]

2023-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review an urgent case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45188/23]

2023-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason cannot get an appointment with a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45355/23]

2023-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the replacement grant for an MRI machine in Monaghan Hospital was not granted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44233/23]

2023-10-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding disposable vapes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43562/23]

2023-10-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason (details supplied) is waiting so long on a procedure in Cappagh Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43966/23]

2023-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42627/23]

2023-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to the minor injury unit in County Monaghan, per month, from January 2019 to date, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41963/23]

2023-09-27

VOTE

Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023: Referral to Select Committee

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 113–10

2023-09-27

VOTE

Health (Termination of Pregnancy Services) (Safe Access Zones) Bill 2023

A bill to prohibit persons from engaging in certain conduct in safe access zones, that is to say, in certain areas in and adjacent to certain healthcare premises; to make provision for enforcement in respect of engaging in conduct prohibited in such safe access zones, and to provide for offences in relation to such prohibited conduct; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 111–10

2023-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on a right hip replacement in Cappagh hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41027/23]

2023-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on an appointment for surgery (details supplied); if he realises that the surgery was scheduled for 18 September 2023 and cancelled again; if he will expedite same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41132/23]

2023-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to review a case (details supplied); if he will ensure that this matter is dealt with speedily; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41201/23]

2023-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting five years on a hospital appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41345/23]

2023-09-21

PQ

Asked Justice

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Justice to review a case (details supplied) urgently giving the change in health of a grandparent (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40837/23]

2023-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update following on from a primary medical certificate appeal (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39591/23]

2023-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health for an update on an appointment for surgery (details supplied); if he will expedite same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39785/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait 12 months for an appointment in Monaghan hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37344/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on an appointment in the Rotunda Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37449/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a hospital appointment in the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37693/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a cataract operation in the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37696/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on their operation in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37806/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an appointment in the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37858/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long to get their hip replacement in Cappagh Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38822/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce an out-of-hours CAMHS service for children in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [38843/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to the MIU on Mondays, in tabular form, from January 2019 to date per month; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38845/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he is aware of an issue outlined in (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38877/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who have used a scan in Cavan General Hospital, per month, since its introduction to date in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38926/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) is waiting on an appointment in CHI at Temple Street; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39075/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a procedure at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39203/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for an MRI scan in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39370/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for a CT scan in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39371/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for a bone scan in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39372/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for an angiogram in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39373/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for an electroencephalogram in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39374/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39375/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for an ultrasound scan in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three months to six months; six months to nine months; nine months to twelve months; and more than twelve months. [39376/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting, as of 1 September 2023 or the nearest available date, for an electrocardiogram (ECG) in the RCSI Hospital Group for the following waiting periods, in tabular form: less than three months; three to six months; six to nine months; nine to 12 months; and more than 12 months. [39377/23]

2023-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the menopause outreach clinic in Cavan General Hospital; when he expects this clinic to open; the reasons for the delays in the service becoming operational; the funding that has been set aside for this service in Cavan; how many women are expected to be treated on the service becoming operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39411/23]

2023-07-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for an appointment in the Mater Hospital to have cataracts removed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36044/23]

2023-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why (details supplied) cannot get an answer on whether the funding she requested months ago has been announced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35248/23]

2023-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for an appointment in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34294/23]

2023-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied) in Drogheda hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32904/23]

2023-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a letter from a consultant to apply for assistance technology; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32369/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has not received their diagnosis letter from a hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27333/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a letter from their consultant in Monaghan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27468/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a letter from a doctor in Cavan General Hospital with their diagnosis to apply for assistance technology; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27470/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27474/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) is waiting so long to get their appointment in Monaghan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27830/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason (details supplied) is waiting on an appointment in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28412/23]

2023-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not got their pandemic payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28460/23]

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 block 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 Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get their appointment in Merlin Park Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25989/23]

2023-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if TAVI heart surgery will be upgraded to the highest priority for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26179/23]

2023-05-25

PQ

Asked Agriculture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if, given the detrimental health effects, there are plans to ban glyphosate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25108/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a cataract operation. [24724/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for an MRI scan in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24869/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for a CT scan in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24870/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for a bone scan in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24871/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for an angiogram in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24872/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for an electroencephalogram in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24873/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for cholangiopancreatography, ERCP, in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24874/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for an ultrasound scan in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24875/23]

2023-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of people waiting as of 1 May 2023 or the nearest available date for an electrocardiogram, ECG, in the RCSI Hospitals Group for various waiting periods, in tabular form (details supplied). [24876/23]

2023-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting for an operation in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22391/23]

2023-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an eye apointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22990/23]

2023-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can get an appointment in Drogheda Hospital as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21913/23]

2023-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) cannot get adequate home help hours to return home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21976/23]

2023-05-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home care will be increased for a person (details supplied) as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20848/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a young child (details supplied) is waiting so long for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20278/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received their €1,000 pandemic payment from the HSE as announced for care workers in 2022. [20311/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the pay differential between professionals such as occupational therapists and speech and language teachers in an organisation (details supplied) and the HSE; the starting pay for occupational therapists when they enter the HSE and the organisation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20339/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long to see a consultant neurosurgeon at Beaumont Hospital. [20424/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person’s (details supplied) 60 care hours in the absence of a suitable provider can be transferred into a grant so that the family can get some respite; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20474/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting on an operation in the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20640/23]

2023-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get their appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20696/23]

2023-04-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get their appointment in Merlin Park Hospital, Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19364/23]

2023-04-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to increase the hours allocated to a person (details supplied) as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18629/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) had to pay for dental work for their child when it should have been free; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16812/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) is waiting on a procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16817/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was awarded 14 hours home support care from the HSE and only 11 hours have been acknowledged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16946/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17252/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason (details suppled) is waiting on an operation in Cavan General Hospital in the ENT department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17253/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) remains waiting for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17396/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will be back-paid for paying for private home care support as agreed with the HSE last October; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17417/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for surgery in St. James's Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17732/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17753/23]

2023-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting five years on a hospital appointment in Cavan General Hospital with a person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17858/23]

2023-03-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason pharmacies are struggling to issue prescriptions for essential drugs for patients on long-term essential medication, namely, valsartan and Krka; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15660/23]

2023-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a timeframe on an application by a person (details supplied) for registration with the Irish Medical Council; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14699/23]

2023-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot access funding for dialectical behaviour therapy treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14807/23]

2023-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait until June 2023 for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14833/23]

2023-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received the home help package they were awarded; when home care support will start as offered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15225/23]

2023-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for their special recognition bonus; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14393/23]

2023-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied) in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14493/23]

2023-03-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long on a hospital appointment for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13455/23]

2023-03-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined and expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12135/23]

2023-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is being taken off the public list and has been advised to go cross Border as the waiting list with the HSE is over ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11784/23]

2023-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) cannot stay on the dental public list after accessing treatment under the cross-border healthcare directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11785/23]

2023-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot have their treatment at Cavan General Hospital rather than having to travel to the Mater Hospital on five consecutive days once a month; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10998/23]

2023-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11452/23]

2023-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11511/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has lost his respite entitlement and has not received any respite since the beginning of Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9577/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if long time care will be allocated for a person (details supplied) in full-time residential care. [9579/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment in Galway Merlin Park Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9809/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a minor (details supplied) cannot access a Thorax brace under the public health system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9887/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason twin boys (details supplied) have received no follow-up assessment in the past five years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10067/23]

2023-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a facility (details supplied) is not operating; the expected timeframe for a commencement date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10222/23]

2023-02-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women eligible for BreastCheck screening in each county; and the number of women currently on the waiting list for same; the number waiting 0-3, 3-6, waiting 6-12, and the number waiting 12 months, in tabular form. [9352/23]

2023-02-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8989/23]

2023-02-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way his Department envisages addressing the waiting list in children's disability network teams (Enable Ireland) services in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7443/23]

2023-02-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of new appointments that have been made to the children's disability network teams (Enable Ireland) services in counties Cavan and Monaghan since January 2022, in light of the very high vacancy rate within the service. [7444/23]

2023-02-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are any plans to review the age parameters for breast check to increase the provision of free examinations to over 70s; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7526/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on an operation in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7455/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on an appointment in Monaghan Hospital. [7495/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the funding his Department has allocated to BreastCheck, the national breast cancer screening programme; the percentage of the total budget allocation for his Department this amounts to; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7598/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the waiting lists for the BreastCheck national breast cancer screening programme; the steps his Department is taking to deal with this backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7599/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are any plans to review the age parameters for BreastCheck to increase the provision of free examinations to people under the age of 50 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7604/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the number of mammograms carried out by BreastCheck in 2022; how this number compares to numbers of mammograms carried out over the previous three years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7605/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the number of BreastCheck screening locations; if there are plans afoot to increase this number; if there are plans to have a screening unit in every county in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7606/23]

2023-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the BreastCheck annual screening report; the reason a report has not been published since 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7613/23]

2023-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for her appeal of a special pandemic recognition award that was due in January 2023 and is still not finalised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6660/23]

2023-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment with Enable Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6720/23]

2023-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters (details supplied) in relation to cariban will be addressed in the interest of pregnant women in Ireland experiencing extreme nausea; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6721/23]

2023-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the options a person (details supplied) has to get dental works carried out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6754/23]

2023-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the strategies being examined to fill the vacancies to support the workload of the staff of an organisation (details supplied) and speed up waiting lists. [6399/23]

2023-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for a chiropodist appointment in the primary clinic in Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5805/23]

2023-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6049/23]

2023-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6053/23]

2023-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that women who suffer from hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy have to pay for vital medication; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4819/23]

2023-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a child (details supplied) has not received a hospital appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4074/23]

2023-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that the drug cariban is not available free of charge to pregnant women who are suffering with sickness during pregnancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4803/23]

2023-01-25

VOTE

Capacity in the Health Services · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 68–59
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 68–58

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63243/22]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a child (details supplied) was moved from Meath primary care unit to Louth primary care unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63548/22]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a child (details supplied) has not received any appointments in the past three years for their autism; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63549/22]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting on a procedure at Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1449/23]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for surgery in St. James’s Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1901/23]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent ophthalmology appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2167/23]

2023-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the unfortunate experience and delay of a person (details supplied) in getting their hip operation will be resolved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2318/23]

2022-12-14

VOTE

Current Issues Affecting the Health Services · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 72–53
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 72–53

2022-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for their special pandemic recognition award; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62282/22]

2022-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the incentives that he has considered to overcome the shortage of carers in the Carrickmacross area. [61269/22]

2022-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way that he intends to speed up the recruitment process of qualified personnel within health organisations (details supplied). [61268/22]

2022-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an appeal of a special pandemic recognition award; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60419/22]

2022-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the Covid-19 bonus payment for a person (details supplied); the reason the payment has not been received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59581/22]

2022-11-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has not received their frontline worker payments. [59262/22]

2022-11-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the avenues open to a child (details supplied) to get expensive dental treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59466/22]

2022-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will refer the concerns to the HSE; and if the HSE will provide an update on this matter.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57619/22]

2022-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a facility (details supplied) is not open; if his Department will grant funding for same; if his Department has received an application from an organisation regarding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57955/22]

2022-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite the registration of qualifications for a person (details supplied). [57997/22]

2022-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an assessment and treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58018/22]

2022-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide clarity on a matter (details supplied) in relation to minor injury unit opening times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56764/22]

2022-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1556 of 14 June 2022, if he will ensure that a facility (details supplied) receives funding to extend its property in the 2023 HSE estimates process; when a decision is likely on projects included in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56765/22]

2022-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment which was cancelled will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56194/22]

2022-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for their registration number; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56250/22]

2022-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update following on from the appointment of a person (details supplied) for a primary medical certificate recently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56424/22]

2022-11-09

VOTE

Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021

A bill to amend the Mental Health Act 2001 and for that purpose to provide for the right of minors over the age of 16 to consent to mental health treatment and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted to block the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion failed · 60–75

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a young person (details supplied) can get a scan and a referral to Temple Street Hospital for a number of serious seizures that they have experienced since 10 October 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54301/22]

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the Covid-19 bonus payment for a person (details supplied); the reason that this has not been received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54575/22]

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) remains waiting for an assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54599/22]

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); the reason that personal assistance hours were cut in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54779/22]

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on a hip replacement surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54838/22]

2022-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in an MRI for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54862/22]

2022-10-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for the Covid bonus payment for healthcare workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53745/22]

2022-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps his Department is taking in relation to concerns about a shortage in radiation therapists to carry out treatment in Ireland. [51505/22]

2022-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the vacant positions currently in primary care in counties Cavan and Monaghan for children waiting for occupational therapy, speech and language support and psychology services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50499/22]

2022-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a bed in the Dún Laoghaire acquired brain injury unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51234/22]

2022-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a place in NRH Dún Laoghaire; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51247/22]

2022-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will have this reviewed in view of recent tragic events; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51493/22]

2022-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on a service (details supplied); what is being considered by his Department by way of extending the hours of this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51593/22]

2022-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of GP services that are available, by head of population, in counties Cavan and Monaghan between Monday and Friday, between 9am to 5pm; the way the catchment system for GP clinics is worked out (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51853/22]

2022-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a child (details supplied) will be urgently reviewed; the status of the appointments for autism assessment and speech and language therapy for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50816/22]

2022-10-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if Beaumont Hospital is lacking five neurology nurse specialists (details supplied); the efforts that are being made to fill these posts; when the posts will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50393/22]

2022-10-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48664/22]

2022-10-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the application by a person (details supplied) under the drug payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48916/22]

2022-10-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter concerning a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on their appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48928/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the shortage of therapists; and his plans to resolve this issue. [48045/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a surgery appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48050/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the Covid-19 bonus payment for a person (details supplied); the reason that the payment has not been received; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48091/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the person or body that oversees estate management in Cavan Monaghan for the HSE (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48182/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on a primary care unit (details supplied); if a date for completion is available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48203/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the absence of a general practitioner service for one hour per-day in a town (details supplied) between normal general practitioner clinic times and the North-East Doctor-on-Call service starting time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48217/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the capital funding that is available to a private organisation providing support and day respite to children with disabilities through a service level agreement with the HSE. [48450/22]

2022-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) remains waiting for their cataract operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48574/22]

2022-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47836/22]

2022-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); if funding is available for a group to obtain and install a defibrillator; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47358/22]

2022-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence from Monaghan County Council regarding general practitioner shortages in south County Monaghan; if he will investigate these concerns with a view to finding a solution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47359/22]

2022-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the latest correspondence from a person (details supplied) in County Monaghan who cannot get a general practitioner to accept them or their spouse; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47362/22]

2022-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for the pandemic bonus payment for healthcare workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46649/22]

2022-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) cannot obtain a device which is necessary for their health issue; when the device will be made available to them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46955/22]

2022-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47301/22]

2022-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a child (details supplied) remains waiting for a diabetic pump; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46004/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the staffing and the provision of a dedicated chronic-disease clinic in Cavan-Monaghan; the details of this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45252/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a list of the public health nurses operating on the relevant areas in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath in tabular form; the locations in which vacancies exist at present; the length of time for which these posts have been vacant; and the plans and timeframe in place to find suitable replacements. [45253/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies unfilled or filled on a temporary basis in Cavan General Hospital; and the details of each by categories. [45254/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the attendance numbers for the minor injuries unit in Monaghan Hospital from 2012 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; if he has any plans to extend the hours of this unit in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45255/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45256/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the capital project for Cavan General Hospital (details supplied); the timeframe for its completion; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45257/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated completion date for a primary care unit (details supplied); the number of staff that will be employed at this facility once completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45277/22]

2022-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 715 of 15 February 2022, if the service is operating; the availability within this service; the way that the public can access this service (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45279/22]

2022-09-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a swimming pool (details supplied) at an organisation is not open; if his Department will grant funding for same; if his Department has received an application from the organisation regarding this pool; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44891/22]

2022-09-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a child (details supplied) will be reviewed; when a bus escort will be made available for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44924/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) remains waiting for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42048/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42254/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will urgently schedule surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42278/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42323/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent surgery appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied) at Cappagh Hospital; and the status of this matter. [42398/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an application by a person (details supplied) under the drug payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42459/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the case of a person (details supplied) in order that urgent cataract surgery can be scheduled. [42463/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to make the non-invasive prenatal test available free of charge to all pregnant women such as in other countries for example the UK; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42480/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will provide an update on the appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42594/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the pandemic bonus payment of €1,000 for a healthcare worker (details supplied); if he will provide an update on same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43050/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his Department is continuing to correspond with general practitioners on the proposed cuts which were postponed earlier in 2022 (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43094/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the pandemic bonus payment of €1000 for a healthcare worker (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43203/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a child (details supplied) has not received an appointment for the hygienist as part of the primary school dental programme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43247/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43257/22]

2022-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) remains waiting for an orthopaedic appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43720/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the case of a child (details supplied); if he will contact Children’s Health Ireland at Temple Street and urgently seek an appointment for this child; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39739/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence from Monaghan County Council regarding general practitioner shortages in south County Monaghan; if he will investigate these concerns with a view to finding a solution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40092/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence from Monaghan County Council (details supplied) concerning the minor injuries unit at Monaghan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40095/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if the person may receive an appointment in Monaghan given the urgency of the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40128/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will consider providing a dedicated dietitian in the oncology day unit in Cavan General Hospital (details supplied) given the importance of diet with recovery; if he will request the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland or RCSI group if it intends to explore this role with a view to putting funding aside for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40188/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a child (details supplied); if he will provide an update on an appointment for speech and language therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40191/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the appointments for a child (details supplied); if he will provide a timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40193/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40203/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health , further to Parliamentary Question No. 1464 of 26 April 2022, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that no correspondence has been issued and that the application has not been processed since the application was lodged in February 2022; the steps he will take to ascertain the reason for the delay in processing and expediting this application (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40204/22]

2022-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for a transfer within the home care scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40414/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the action that is being taken to fill vacancies in primary care in counties Cavan and Monaghan for children who are waiting for occupational therapy, speech and language support and psychology services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37247/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding will be provided to a healthcare setting (details supplied) in County Cavan in order that it can provide a sensory room; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37478/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to implement the recommendations on the HPV vaccine of the National Immunisation Advisory Committee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37112/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the National Ambulance Service will address matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37551/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for an assessment of needs in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28459/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1556 of 14 June 2022, if he will ensure that a facility (details supplied) receives funding to extend its property in the 2023 HSE estimates process; when a decision is likely on projects included in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37948/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address matters raised in correspondence (details supplied); the options that are open to the person and their family; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37986/22]

2022-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the adult respite facility being planned for a town (details supplied); the details and the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38008/22]

2022-07-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) remains waiting for their arthritis appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36530/22]

2022-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will provide an update on this matter. [36062/22]

2022-06-30

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education the status of the development of new curricula for the relationships and sexuality education and the social, personal and health education curricula across primary and post-primary schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34982/22]

2022-06-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a planned project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34614/22]

2022-06-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a facility (details supplied); when the residents will be moved from the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34620/22]

2022-06-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the plans of works in relation to the €1 million funding for the development of specialist palliative care inpatient units in County Cavan that was announced by his Department in December 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34622/22]

2022-06-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34632/22]

2022-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will examine a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34716/22]

2022-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will examine a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to long-Covid; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34717/22]

2022-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an dental treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32582/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the case of a child (details supplied); the status of their appointments for autism assessment and speech and language therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29048/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29151/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the purchase of lands at a location (details supplied); the additional facilities that are hoped to be delivered on the site once it is developed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29227/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of a healthcare setting (details supplied); if he will provide a timeframe for its delivery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29228/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that Beaumont Hospital is short five neurology nurse specialists (details supplied); the efforts that are being made to fill these posts; when the posts will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29702/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29717/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of cases seen by the minor injuries unit in Monaghan Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29718/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time midwives working in the maternity department of Cavan General Hospital in each of the past five years in tabular form. [29719/22]

2022-06-14

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding is being sought to deliver a sensory room at a facility (details supplied); if he will provide an update on this issue; if he will consider investing in this facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29720/22]

2022-06-01

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a medical appointment for a child (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28396/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who used a scan (details supplied) in Cavan General Hospital to date, per month, since its introduction in 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27267/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of services for persons with Parkinson's disease in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the locations in which services are available in primary care in a hospital setting; his plans to introduce a dedicated nurse in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27274/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on a planned project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27276/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of ophthalmology clinics (details supplied); the days on which the services are operational; the locations of the clinics; if clarity will be provided in relation to clinics in Cavan town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27277/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to upgrade Monaghan Hospital and re-introduce an accident and emergency department; his views on the concerns of the public about the lack of this service and delays in ambulance response times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27290/22]

2022-05-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are plans to provide a dedicated chronic disease clinic in counties Cavan and Monaghan; if he will outline the details of this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27468/22]

2022-05-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the new or expanded services that are being provided in hospitals in counties Cavan and Monaghan in 2022. [26766/22]

2022-05-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps that are being taken to fill vacancies in primary care in counties Cavan and Monaghan for children who are waiting for occupational therapy, speech and language support and psychology services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26765/22]

2022-05-25

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a medical operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26814/22]

2022-05-24

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be examined; the steps that his Department is taking to help with staff shortages in laboratories and the training and pay issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25667/22]

2022-05-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26387/22]

2022-05-24

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a list of the public health nurses operating in the relevant areas in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath in tabular form; the locations in which there are vacancies at present; the length of time these posts have been vacant; and the plans and timeframes that are in place to find suitable replacements. [26428/22]

2022-05-24

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied); if the public health nursing position has been filled on a permanent basis in Killeshandra, County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26429/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education the estimated full-year cost to roll-out positive body image and anti-bullying training as part of relationships and sexuality education and social, personal and health education school curriculum. [25218/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to consider the caring responsibilities of women when scheduling healthcare appointments, recognising the particular difficulties raised by lone parents. [25115/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to fund training of healthcare workers on how best to tackle unconscious bias and ensure that women from all backgrounds can access information and the care they need when they need it. [25116/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to assign targeted health measures for Travellers, Roma, migrants and other disadvantaged women given documented differentials in health. [25117/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to equality-proof all health strategies as per section 42 of the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission Act 2014 with a focus on gender and intersectionality. [25118/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to expand the roll-out of contraception to all ages and to include longer-acting forms of contraception. [25119/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to fund general practitioner-training for the provision of all types of contraception to ensure equitable access to a high-quality service across the country and to involve the pharmacy network to support this. [25120/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to commit to retaining a general practitioner- clinical-lead in women’s health. [25121/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to resource general practitioner to roll-out universal life cycle reviews of women’s health similar to the current Structured Chronic Disease Management Programme with a dedicated pathway to refer onwards. [25122/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost for one additional ambulatory gynaecology clinic to include out-of-hours care. [25123/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost for one specialist elective hospital to focus on eliminating waiting lists for gynaecology and ensuring rapid access to services. [25124/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to increase the number of specialist endometriosis services to four nationally for each region; including supports for specialist surgeons and a dedicated pathway to surgery. [25125/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to adopt a national endometriosis strategy centred around education, diagnosis, and treatment including wrap-around supports and pain management and including access to specific diagnostics for general practitioners to avoid diagnosis delay. [25126/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to provide dedicated ringfenced funding for the eradication of period poverty administered by the Department of Health, and for each Department to disburse as relevant and for-free products to be made available in all public buildings. [25127/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure paediatric gynaecology services are available on a regional basis to support early intervention. [25128/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to review medical card thresholds to reflect on-going cost-of-living increases. [25129/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to develop a dedicated centre of excellence for complex gynaecological cases with a multi-disciplinary team on-site with referral pathways from regional clinics. [25130/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to adequately resource the National Sexual Health Strategy; and to involve women across the lifecourse in its periodic review. [25131/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure safe access zones around facilities providing abortion services. [25132/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure equality-of-access to abortion services for women by ensuring national coverage. [25133/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to develop a clear pathway of care from general practitioners for those with fertility concerns, including general practitioner--access to diagnostics where appropriate. [25134/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to expand publicly-funded regional fertility hubs for each province. [25135/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to commit to four publicly-funded IVF cycles, including medication and mental health supports. [25136/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to introduce regulation of IVF clinic services. [25137/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to enact the Assisted Human Reproduction (AHR) Bill 2022. [25138/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to establish a publicly-funded one-stop-shop for surrogacy medical testing, including mental health supports. [25139/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to expand free STI testing and screening services, including self-sampling where appropriate. [25140/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to commit to fully funding the National Maternity Strategy and its successor. [25141/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to deliver the new National Maternity Hospital without delay. [25142/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure that every woman has full choice-of-care and delivery options when pregnant, to include midwife-led care. [25143/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to develop further education for healthcare workers, including general practitioner and practice nurses in the area of breastfeeding. [25144/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure that every woman has immediate access to a lactation consultant before being discharged from hospital or within 48 hours following a home-birth. [25145/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to upgrade the building and facilities of maternity hospitals and units as needed and to ensure single room occupancy for every woman having a baby. [25146/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure that all women have universal access to anomaly scans. [25147/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to develop an integrated maternity system, including common record-keeping, to ensure a smooth transfer of data between services. [25148/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure that all women can access medication for hyperemesis gravidarium as needed. [25149/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to provide for universal follow-up post-natal appointments as needed with a general practitioner or consultant, including a specific six-week check with the mother. [25150/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure that all women receive a package of post-natal supports, including ten free pelvic physiotherapy sessions within three months of giving birth, breastfeeding and mental health supports as needed and a minimum of three public health visits at home. [25151/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure access for every woman to perinatal mental-health supports in every maternity hospital and unit. [25152/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to create a dedicated mental health support pathway for pregnancy, pregnancy loss and post-natal, including free-of-cost counselling services as appropriate. [25153/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to fully resource maternity bereavement teams for each maternity hospital and unit. [25154/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to establish a national expert working group to look at pre-term births to reduce neonatal mortality rates. [25155/22]

2022-05-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the estimated full-year cost to ensure universal access to a perinatal genetics service for every woman. [25156/22]

2022-05-17

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for respite; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24431/22]

2022-05-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if support will be provided to a nurse (details supplied) who was injured at work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24821/22]

2022-05-12

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education the status of the development of new specifications for the relationships and sexuality education and social, personal and health education curricular across primary and post-primary schools; if upskilling programmes are available for teachers; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [23658/22]

2022-05-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a child (details supplied); the status of a speech and language therapy appointment for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23927/22]

2022-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the funding mechanisms that may be open to such persons; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23687/22]

2022-05-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22721/22]

2022-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22993/22]

2022-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23448/22]

2022-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if Beaumont Hospital is short five neurology nurse specialists (details supplied); if so, the efforts that are being made to fill these posts; when the posts will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23452/22]

2022-05-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to Huntington's disease will be reviewed; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23458/22]

2022-05-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a hydrotherapy pool (details supplied) is not open; if his Department will grant funding for same; if an application from the organisation has been received regarding the pool; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21676/22]

2022-05-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason pacemakers cannot be checked in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21932/22]

2022-05-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the specific locations and addresses for HSE services in County Cavan; the services being provided in each location and address; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21966/22]

2022-04-28

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21642/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a date has been scheduled for surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19205/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review charges for service users (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19456/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 180 of 15 February 2022, when the Tusla mental health service in Castleblayney, County Monaghan will open to referrals; the way that persons can access this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19471/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an application under the drug payment scheme by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19595/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); if he will urgently seek to have the home help hours revised upwards to the original amount; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19882/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will be granted a licence. [19886/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists who signed up nationwide to accept medical cards patients in each of the years 2010 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; the number who have left the scheme; the number who have joined the scheme over the same period of time, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20092/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if correspondence and a petition by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the steps that his Department is taking on this issue; if this cohort can be included in the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20498/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence from (details supplied); if he will address the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20558/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointments for a person (details supplied) with an organisation; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20686/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the amount that an organisation gave to this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20695/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his Department will look into providing a dedicated dietician in the oncology day unit in Cavan General Hospital given the importance of diet with recovery; if he will ask the RCSI group if it plans to explore this role with a view to putting funding aside for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20719/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20742/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20765/22]

2022-04-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) had their operation cancelled due to their file being mislaid within the system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21156/22]

2022-03-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the Specialist Group on Women’s Mental Health under the Sharing the Vision plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16772/22]

2022-03-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the action that is being taken to address lengthy waiting times that children are experiencing for services in occupational therapy, psychology, physiotherapy and speech and language therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16775/22]

2022-03-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time midwives working in the maternity department of Cavan General Hospital in each of the past five years in tabular form. [17207/22]

2022-03-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an update will be provided on the service provided at a centre (details supplied); the number of persons that this service can cater for at any one time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17208/22]

2022-03-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied) regarding home help hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16117/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on the appointment of a dietitian post to the oncology day unit in Cavan General Hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15112/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to implement a specialised unit facility that will have a multi-disciplinary team to deal with Huntington’s disease in Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15163/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a report (detail supplied); if his attention has been drawn to this issue; the actions he is taking on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15192/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if medical card holders should be charged for tests (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15235/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the mechanism or procedure being put in place for same; the way that staff might be contacted if eligible for this scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15271/22]

2022-03-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if this is a matter his Department is reviewing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15278/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13950/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14173/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14185/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital from 2010 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14186/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he plans to extend the daily opening hours of the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital; if he plans to open the unit at weekends; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14187/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a date has been scheduled for surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14558/22]

2022-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if an increase in home help hours will be expedited for them given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14929/22]

2022-03-09

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education if the Health Protection Surveillance Centre will issue further guidelines to schools following the change to Covid-19 measures on 28 February 2022; if not, if a circular (details supplied) replaces previous guidelines; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13267/22]

2022-03-09

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a child (details supplied) will be referred for braces through the primary dental system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13414/22]

2022-03-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of occupational therapy and physiotherapy appointments for them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12649/22]

2022-03-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (detail supplied) will be reviewed; the status of an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13010/22]

2022-03-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the contact details of a new clinic will be provided to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11820/22]

2022-03-02

VOTE

Healthcare Waiting Lists · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 76–57
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 75–57

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the breakdown of the number of (details supplied) nationwide and in particular an area that accept medical cards patients; the location of same in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10859/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists (details supplied) signed up nationwide to accept medical cards patients in each of the years 2010 to 2021 and to date in 2022, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10862/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the progress made on the equality objectives of his Department specifically relating to women. [11076/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is being transferred; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11249/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is being transferred; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11250/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and a response issued; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11559/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if assistance will be provided in this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11560/22]

2022-03-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will address these concerns; his plans to change this testing regime; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11695/22]

2022-02-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a report (details supplied); when this office will reopen to the public; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9866/22]

2022-02-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10097/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the delays and deferrals of surgery at Beaumont Hospital, Dublin (details supplied) caused by Covid-19. [7794/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the Mental Health Strategy (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7795/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 2021; if he plans to propose an extension of its provisions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7658/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a service (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7787/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment of a position (details supplied); the details of the role; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7790/22]

2022-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if their children can attend the same general practitioner; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8292/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if correspondence (details supplied) will be reviewed and the points therein addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6788/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a service (details supplied) will not see children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6865/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the funding allocated to a hospice (details supplied) will cover the full planning and development costs; the length of time it will take to complete this phase; the next steps in this process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6903/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies unfilled or filled on a temporary basis in Cavan General Hospital; and the details of each by categories (details supplied). [6906/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the long-term plan regarding the testing centres in counties Cavan and Monaghan (details supplied); if it is envisaged to have one centre between two counties going forward; if they will be closed; if so, when; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6912/22]

2022-02-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to review the criteria for the long-term illness scheme to include Crohn’s disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6922/22]

2022-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review vaccine details in the case of a person (details supplied); the reason the person never received an EU Digital COVID Certificate; if he will expedite the issuing of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6127/22]

2022-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if an update will be provided on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6139/22]

2022-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6425/22]

2022-02-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will expedite this appointment as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5264/22]

2022-02-02

VOTE

Animal Health and Welfare and Forestry (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021: Report and Final Stages

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 54–76

2022-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the plans regarding the €3 million funding for the development of specialist palliative care inpatient units in the north east, that is, Drogheda and Cavan and Tullamore, County Offaly that was announced by his Department in December 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4349/22]

2022-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will urgently review the maximum reimbursement levels for orthopaedic surgery under the Cross Border Directive; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that many families are getting into debt due to vast differences in price north and south of the Border for these procedures (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4377/22]

2022-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be urgently reviewed; if a name change on a certificate will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5072/22]

2022-01-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied) regarding the once-off €1,000 bonus for healthcare workers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3703/22]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if assistance will be provided in relation to this matter given the circumstances; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62962/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the increase in ambulances, EMTs and paramedics to date in counties Cavan and Monaghan in view of the Programme for Government commitment to increase same; and the way response times have improved in the counties. [63127/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the latest response times for ambulances in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath and nationally in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63128/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to upgrade Monaghan Hospital and reintroduce its accident and emergency department; his views on the concerns of the public due to the lack of this service and delays in ambulance response times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63130/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63234/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and advice offered in this instance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63504/21]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if advice or assistance will be provided in relation to the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1429/22]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason that a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on a bed in a hospital in County Galway. [1832/22]

2022-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2115/22]

2021-12-15

VOTE

Health (Regulation of Termination of Pregnancy) (Foetal Pain Relief) Bill 2021 · 2 divisions

A bill to provide for pain relief for the foetus in certain cases of termination of pregnancy; and to provide for related matters.

✗ voted against the motion the motion motion passed · 107–36
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion passed · 103–37

2021-12-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is unable to get an appointment for their child to see a dietician; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61935/21]

2021-12-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); if same will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [61091/21]

2021-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a hip operation; if it will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60724/21]

2021-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review an issue (details supplied); if a bonus scheme is being considered in this instance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60736/21]

2021-12-08

VOTE

Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 87–48

2021-12-08

VOTE

Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021

A bill to provide for the continuation in operation for a further period, which may be extended in certain circumstances, of certain provisions of the Health (Preservation and Protection and other Emergency Measures in the Public Interest) Act 2020, the Criminal Justice (Enforcement Powers) (Covid-19) Act 2020, the Health (Amendment) Act 2020 and the Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Act 2021, in the public interest and having regard to the continuing manifest and grave risk to human life and public health posed by the spread of the disease known as Covid-19 (and variants of the virus that causes that disease) in order to mitigate, where practicable, the effects of the spread of that disease; and to provide for related matters.

✓ voted to progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 87–44

2021-12-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the provisions that can be made for a person (details supplied) by his Department when socialising; if any document can overcome this issue; and if he will provide advice on the issue. [60322/21]

2021-12-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the investment that is being made in specialist eating disorder services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59194/21]

2021-12-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the development of perinatal mental health services;; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59193/21]

2021-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58682/21]

2021-11-24

PQ

Asked Taoiseach

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Taoiseach when the Cabinet committee on health is next due to meet. [57355/21]

2021-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vaccines wasted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57879/21]

2021-11-24

VOTE

Education (Health, Relationships and Sex Education) Bill 2021

A bill to amend the Education Act 1998 and to provide for related matters.

✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion passed · 82–46

2021-11-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a generator will be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57055/21]

2021-11-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if Beaumont Hospital is short five neurology nurse specialists (details supplied); the efforts that are being made to fill these posts; when the posts will be filled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57150/21]

2021-11-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an orthodontic appointment. [57167/21]

2021-11-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an ophthalmology operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57398/21]

2021-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56197/21]

2021-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56341/21]

2021-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies unfilled or filled on a temporary basis in Cavan General Hospital; and the details of each by category (details supplied). [55500/21]

2021-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment of a scan nurse for counties Cavan and Monaghan; the timeframe for this appointment; and the details of same. [55502/21]

2021-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a service (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55503/21]

2021-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is unable to get an appointment for their child to see a dietician; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55810/21]

2021-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the north Monaghan primary care unit (details supplied); the expected completion date; the number of staff that will be employed at the facility once completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56033/21]

2021-11-03

VOTE

Extension of Health (Amendment) Act 2020

✓ voted for 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 for the motion the motion motion passed · 82–44
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–66

2021-11-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a decision on supported accommodation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52961/21]

2021-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a dental appointment in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51411/21]

2021-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for HSE funding for long-term care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51580/21]

2021-10-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the additional funding being provided for the National Maternity Strategy in 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50614/21]

2021-10-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of the Budget 2022 package for women’s health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50613/21]

2021-10-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an ophthalmology operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50360/21]

2021-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a referral to the public dentist in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50011/21]

2021-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a hip operation; the reason for the delay; the reason the hospital has no record of an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50053/21]

2021-10-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting for an angiogram; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49661/21]

2021-10-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48532/21]

2021-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a hospital appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46877/21]

2021-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can obtain a Covid-19 vaccination certificate in Ireland after being vaccinated in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45997/21]

2021-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an appointment for a primary care certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46027/21]

2021-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an operation; the reason for the long delay to be called for same; the reason the allocated hospital has no record of their appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46534/21]

2021-09-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will request the Health Service Executive to include the maintenance and upkeep of an AED register in the report that the HSE has commissioned on Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest Strategy of Ireland (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45768/21]

2021-09-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an assessment of need appointment. [45857/21]

2021-09-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a hospital appointment in Navan Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45516/21]

2021-09-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a primary medical certificate for a person (details supplied) is being delayed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45141/21]

2021-09-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a primary medical certificate for a person (details supplied) is being delayed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45142/21]

2021-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42354/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education the mental health support services that will be brought on stream in post-primary education to assist pupils who were affected most by the closures due to Covid-19; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40732/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot obtain funding for full-time care for their special needs. [33231/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting on their vaccine. [34519/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on an appointment in a Drogheda hospital for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36113/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot have their hip operation; the reason it is taking so long to be called; the reason the allocated hospital has no record of the appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36334/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will be called for Covid-19 vaccination; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37553/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a referral to the public dentist in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37962/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of home care support hours being provided in counties Cavan and Monaghan in 2021; the way this compares to 2020; the number of persons currently waiting for home care in each county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40337/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the latest review of the dental treatment services scheme took place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40341/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the supports he is providing to reduce waiting times for inpatient and day case procedures and outpatient appointments in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40342/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if additional orthopaedic capacity will be provided at an early date in view of increasing waiting lists for adult and paediatric orthopaedic surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40344/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of graduates hired in the areas of occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language, dietetics and audiology in CHO1 from 2018 to 2020; his plans to reduce the backlog in waiting lists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40470/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of home care for a person (details supplied) in County Meath. [40520/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists in County Monaghan who accept medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40523/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of dentists in County Cavan who accept medical cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40524/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (detail supplied) has been waiting three months for a vaccination at home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40526/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a child (details supplied) in County Monaghan who has been diagnosed with autism will have a speech and language and an occupational therapy support to help them advance in their most formative years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40610/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the numbers at a wedding ceremony and reception will reflect the change due to vaccination and especially in the context of the size of the location in which the ceremony or reception is to take place with the reopening of hospitality pending; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40615/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when live music will resume at a wedding ceremony and reception to reflect the change due to vaccination and especially in the context of the size of the location in which the ceremony or reception is to take place with the reopening of hospitality pending; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40616/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of guests who will be permitted at wedding ceremonies and receptions as restrictions lift. [40746/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a breakdown of waiting times for assessment of needs in each of the CHO regions will be provided; and when the appointment of specialists in the area will commence to alleviate the extensive delays. [40750/21]

2021-07-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children waiting for assessment of needs appointments in CHO1; the breakdown of specialists working within the CHO1 assessment of needs area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40753/21]

2021-07-14

VOTE

Health (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill 2021: Committee and Remaining Stages

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 74–68

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 progress the bill whether the bill should proceed (Second Stage) motion passed · 72–66

2021-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for a roll-out of midwifery-led units across Ireland in line with the national maternity strategy. [37476/21]

2021-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason persons in County Cavan have to travel 40 to 50 kilometres to receive the Covid-19 vaccine in Navan, County Meath instead of attending the vaccine centre in County Cavan that is located 8 to 10 kilometres from their home. [37475/21]

2021-07-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason (detail supplies) has been waiting three months for a vaccination at home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29611/21]

2021-06-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will get a Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28256/21]

2021-06-02

VOTE

Health (Amendment) Act 2021

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 90–50

2021-06-02

VOTE

Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) Bill 2021 [Seanad]: Committee and Remaining Stages

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 73–68

2021-06-02

VOTE

Health and Criminal Justice (Covid-19) (Amendment) Bill 2021 [Seanad]

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 77–51

2021-05-13

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education the progress made on the programme for Government commitment to improve access to supports for positive mental health in schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [25074/21]

2021-05-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an orthodontic appointment. [24767/21]

2021-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can get a vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23654/21]

2021-05-06

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not receiving the HPV vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23404/21]

2021-05-05

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an appointment in Drogheda Hospital for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22809/21]

2021-05-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can receive a particular vaccine given they have underlying health problems; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23165/21]

2021-04-28

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can enter Ireland without having to quarantine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22201/21]

2021-04-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long to get their registered number to work here with the HSE during a pandemic; if the application will be dealt with as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18505/21]

2021-04-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting to receive a Covid-19 vaccine; the reason they have not been prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine given their underlying health issues; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18673/21]

2021-04-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19309/21]

2021-04-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on a vaccine; the reason they are not made a priority for the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20815/21]

2021-04-01

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will examine the case of a person (details supplied); if he will review the decision to refuse the request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17668/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an increase in home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16338/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when freelance Irish sign language interpreters (details supplied) can receive the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16750/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the case of a person (details supplied) concerning a recruitment matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16836/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a freedom of information request (details supplied); if the HSE will provide clarity to the family that the files will be provided; the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17396/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) in relation to pregnant women and their partners will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17527/21]

2021-03-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a Covid-19 vaccine. [17588/21]

2021-03-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the decision to disallow a fair deal appeal by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the review letter will be examined by HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16103/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) is waiting so long for an occupational therapy appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14351/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an operation; the reason for the series of events since March 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14375/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had home help hours removed from them; the reason the HSE has not yet had other carers in to replace the last carers that finished on 8 March 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14836/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) must wait so long to receive the Covid-19 vaccine; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14989/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15544/21]

2021-03-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a medical appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15672/21]

2021-03-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for a scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12493/21]

2021-03-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence from a person (details supplied); if he will address the concerns raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12713/21]

2021-03-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot attend a centre; when such centres will reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12731/21]

2021-03-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12235/21]

2021-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the issues raised in correspondence regarding measures implemented to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11526/21]

2021-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appeal under the fair deal scheme in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11553/21]

2021-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will clarify the position regarding weddings in 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11839/21]

2021-03-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if issues raised can be covered in new legislation being brought forward on IVF in Dáil Éireann; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12028/21]

2021-02-25

VOTE

Health (Amendment) Bill 2021 · 3 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 to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 58–86
✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 125–5
✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 131–11

2021-02-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received the adequate home care hours needed; if he will review and increase the home care hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9468/21]

2021-02-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the application process details for a medical card (details supplied); the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9475/21]

2021-02-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received the adequate home care hours needed; if the home care hours will be reviewed and increased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9988/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will be called for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7877/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7953/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for occupational therapy and physiotherapy following their assessment of needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8432/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe a person (details supplied) may wait for an assessment of needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8436/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied) regarding the vaccination of kidney patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8587/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the HSE’s national renal office statement that in-centre haemodialysis patients should be considered similar to persons aged 65 and older who are residents of long-term care facilities in terms of prioritisation for the first wave of Covid-19 vaccination and that such patients are extremely medically vulnerable and have a very high mortality risk; and if he will place these patients in cohort 1 for vaccination against Covid-19. [8593/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8768/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a clear roadmap for summer 2021 will be outlined at the earliest opportunity for those planning a wedding (details supplied); when these details are likely to be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8934/21]

2021-02-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the payment of an approved fair deal application by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8938/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6574/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of a scheme (details supplied); the criteria for same; the eligibility criteria for the scheme; the waiting list for same; the hospitals in which the scheme is being operated; the way in which to obtain a referral; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6581/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which private sector IVF is regulated; the plans he has in place in this area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6582/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the substantial delays in the issuing of primary medical certificates during the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions; the steps he is taking to rectify the matter; if online consultations been examined for applicants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6600/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if it will be ensured that a permanent scheme will be put in place to replace the cross-border directive scheme post Brexit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6660/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the allocation of a public health nurse in Killashandra, County Cavan; if a nurse will be put in place urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6662/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of ophthalmology clinics (details supplied); the days on which the services are operational; the locations of the clinics; if clarity will be provided for clinics in Cavan town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6663/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review charges for service users (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6664/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review an article (details supplied); if a similar gesture for front-line workers will be announced here by way of time in lieu or bonuses; if his Department has discussed the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6693/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment nurse (details supplied) will be provided in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6705/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of days testing per week being carried out for Covid-19 in County Cavan and at the county GAA grounds in County Monaghan; his plans to relocate the test centres with a view to having one for both counties; if a preferred location has been chosen for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6714/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies in Cavan General and Monaghan hospitals unfilled or filled on a temporary basis; and the details of each by categories (details supplied). [6720/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to enhance services at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6734/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to a hospital (details supplied) between 2010 and to date in 2021; if there are plans to return this service to seven days per week or open late evenings; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6735/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Questions Nos. 841 and 842 of 24 November 2020, the status of plans for the project referred to (details supplied) for Cavan General Hospital; the stage the plans are at; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6736/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of services for persons with Parkinson's disease in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the locations in which services are available, that is, in primary care or a hospital setting; his plans to introduce a dedicated nurse in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6737/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who used a scanner (details supplied) in Cavan General Hospital to date per month since its introduction to date in 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6741/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a project (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6742/21]

2021-02-10

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a facility (details supplied) will open; if funding will be secured for 2022; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6759/21]

2021-02-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7316/21]

2021-02-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [6072/21]

2021-02-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the review being conducted into the midwifery-led unit in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5139/21]

2021-02-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be examined; if funding opportunities will be provided in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5532/21]

2021-02-03

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment of a senior clinician (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5935/21]

2021-02-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the reopening of the Annalee Respite Centre, County Cavan; the timeframe for same; the number of families that can be catered for at the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6036/21]

2021-01-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time midwives working in the maternity department of Cavan General Hospital in each of the past five years in tabular form. [4170/21]

2021-01-27

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the budget and revenue expenditure for Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2017 to 2020. [4171/21]

2021-01-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a scheme (details supplied) has been impacted by Brexit; if the scheme is operating as normal; if changes to the scheme are pending; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3316/21]

2021-01-21

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position of a cohort of persons (details supplied) on the Covid-19 vaccine list; if they will be prioritised as essential works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3449/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2325/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence in relation to the vaccine roll-out for healthcare workers (details supplied); if he will provide clarity on the issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2504/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence about the vaccine roll-out for childcare workers (details supplied); if he will provide clarity on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2507/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will provide clarity on these matters; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2641/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE will address the concerns in relation to the shortage of professionals in an area (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2654/21]

2021-01-20

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the length of time the person has been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2700/21]

2021-01-13

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence regarding a child (details supplied); if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45055/20]

2020-12-16

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if a reply will issue; the steps he is taking to address the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43765/20]

2020-12-15

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans in 2021 for the roll out of the Covid-19 vaccine on college campuses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43424/20]

2020-12-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the disability day services that have not reopened since Covid-19; when it is planned to open services fully; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40647/20]

2020-12-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the group home for persons with physical and sensory disabilities in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan; when the HSE estimates process for 2021 will conclude; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36123/20]

2020-12-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home for persons with physical and sensory disabilities (details supplied); when the HSE estimates process for 2021 will conclude; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39867/20]

2020-12-10

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of access for partners of expectant mothers to scans and wards during labour; the national position on same; if hospitals have the flexibility to implement their own measures now due to the decline in Covid-19 cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42544/20]

2020-12-09

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the next phase of a unit (details supplied) is opening; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42291/20]

2020-12-09

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); his plans to review the matters raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42497/20]

2020-12-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when day services for a person (details supplied) will reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41129/20]

2020-12-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41210/20]

2020-12-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41230/20]

2020-12-08

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41342/20]

2020-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); if a similar gesture to front-line workers will be announced here by way of time off in lieu or bonuses; if his Department has discussed this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41781/20]

2020-12-03

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the position regarding the points raised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40910/20]

2020-12-02

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help hours will be increased in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40604/20]

2020-11-26

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no public health nurse at a location (details supplied); if a nurse will be put in place urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39288/20]

2020-11-26

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is awaiting for an assessment of needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39308/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the design team tasked with plans for a matter (details supplied); if the existing prefabs will be replaced with a permanent structure for a new waiting area; if there is a time frame for the delivery of the second resuscitation area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38259/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to enhance services at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38260/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of funding for a facility at a hospital (details supplied); if his Department has received the said proposal; the status plans to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38294/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the concern in Border counties that there is no coordinated cross-Border approach to tackling Covid-19; and the action he is taking to ensure a common approach to tackling the threat to human health on the island. [38433/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when an operation will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38466/20]

2020-11-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the length of time the person has been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38608/20]

2020-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the operation times of a service (details supplied) in counties Cavan Monaghan and Meath; the status of the service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37456/20]

2020-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a gap in service; the steps that can be taken in a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37457/20]

2020-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37460/20]

2020-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will clarify the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36947/20]

2020-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36950/20]

2020-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37026/20]

2020-11-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37027/20]

2020-11-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35247/20]

2020-11-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason the application was refused; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35291/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of extra day services for persons with physical disabilities in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; when services will resume to full operation following Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31082/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the opening of a home (details supplied); the role his Department has played in this process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31081/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); the steps he is taking in relation to the funding crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32526/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if surgery will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32601/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the roll-out of the FreeStyle Libre device for adults (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32750/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is unable to receive additional home help hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32946/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will provide clarity on same and on the model of care adopted for this respite centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33017/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding will be allocated to the relevant Department as part of budget 2021 to support those receiving home help and other vital services in the home during Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26404/20]

2020-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a review being conducted into a unit (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30675/20]

2020-10-23

VOTE

Health (Amendment) Bill 2020: Committee and Remaining Stages

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 85–53

2020-10-23

VOTE

Health (Amendment) Bill 2020

A bill to make further and better provision in relation to the enforcement of regulations under section 31A of the Health Act 1947; for that purpose, to make provision in relation to the prosecution of certain offences consisting of contraventions of those regulations, to provide for the payment of fixed sums by persons alleged to have committed certain such offences in lieu of their being prosecuted for those offences; to provide for the giving of directions by members of the Garda Síochána in certain circumstances; and to provide for matters connected therewith.

✓ voted for the motion motion passed · 93–43

2020-10-22

VOTE

Health (Preservation and Protection and other Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act) 2020 - Part 3 · 2 divisions

✓ voted for the motion the motion motion passed · 92–53
✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 59–86

2020-10-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment in Temple Street; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31782/20]

2020-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will clarify alternative plans for day service users who, prior to Covid-19, were being provided with essential services at a centre (details supplied); the status of this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31576/20]

2020-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a charge (details supplied); his plans to review this charge; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30781/20]

2020-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home (details supplied); when the home will be open; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30650/20]

2020-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if appointments will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29922/20]

2020-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a review being conducted into a unit (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30106/20]

2020-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [30174/20]

2020-10-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get a speech and language therapy funded through the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29158/20]

2020-10-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a suicide crisis assessment nurse will be provided in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [28122/20]

2020-09-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding the medical card threshold for persons over 70 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27434/20]

2020-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26355/20]

2020-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27165/20]

2020-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [27221/20]

2020-09-23

PQ

Asked Finance

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Finance if guidance has been provided to the audio-visual sector on the correct application of section 481 tax relief in the context of increased costs associated with operating within Covid-19 health and safety guidelines. [25904/20]

2020-09-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); the days the service is operating and the location; if the matter will be clarified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25409/20]

2020-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied) from the Health and Safety Authority regarding a business; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24428/20]

2020-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a response from the HSA (details supplied) to a business; if he will provide further advise requested by the venue hosting the business; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24429/20]

2020-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the restrictions on visits to maternity units will be lifted at Cavan General Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23704/20]

2020-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the review being conducted into the midwifery-led unit in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23425/20]

2020-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the Covid-19 test centres in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; his plans to open additional centres; his further plans to relocate existing centres; if so, the details of same; the days on which existing centres operate in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23272/20]

2020-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a method of hospital to general practitioner communication (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the communication model will be introduced nationwide across the healthcare sector in view of Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23351/20]

2020-09-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an appointment; when the person will receive an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23627/20]

2020-09-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 948 of 5 March 2020, if the issue at the health centre has been rectified; his plans to reopen the centre once Covid-19 restrictions are eased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23078/20]

2020-09-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no public health nurse at location (details supplied); if a nurse will be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23087/20]

2020-09-10

VOTE

Health Act 1947 (Section 31A - Temporary Restrictions) (Covid-19) (No. 4) Regulations 2020

✗ voted against the motion motion failed · 15–125

2020-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22838/20]

2020-09-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22839/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the capital investment allocated to hospitals with the RCSI Hospital Group Beaumont Hospital, Cavan General Hospital, Connolly Hospital, Louth County Hospital, Monaghan Hospital, Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda and the Rotunda Hospital in tabular for the past 20 years; the year these investments were allocated; the details of the works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21268/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the full resumption of BreastCheck and cervical smear tests for those in need; if his attention has been drawn to concerns regarding the cessation of the assessments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21271/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address issues (details supplied) regarding a placement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21435/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to deal with the ongoing respite crisis and the closure of a centre (details supplied) which is having a profound effect on families in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the alternatives being provided; when the services will be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21444/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a matter concerning a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21611/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding the medical card threshold for persons over 70 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21638/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21728/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); his views on the importance of such services by way of support for members; if a special case will be made on their behalf; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21821/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive a knee operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21894/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if appointments for a child (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21958/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position in relation to A Healthy Weight for Ireland 2016–2025 Obesity Policy and Action Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22022/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a series of matters (details supplied) in relation to A Healthy Weight for Ireland 2016–2025 Obesity Policy and Action Plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22025/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22027/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22270/20]

2020-09-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a series of matters (details supplied) in relation to student nurse placements will be reviewed; if the issues outlined will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22468/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the person or body responsible for developing national clinical obstetric ultrasound guidelines; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18329/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the person or body responsible for developing a national checklist for the anomaly scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18330/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that a procedure (details supplied) must be included in the national checklist for the anomaly scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18331/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is now 100% universal access to the anomaly scan per individual unit; and if not, the reason therefor (details supplied). [18332/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a review will take place in the case of a person (details supplied); and if a date for treatment will be provided in this case. [18508/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if essential lifesaving treatments will be resumed for persons with critical diagnoses, in particular cancer; if it will be ensured that persons with cancer are given the necessary treatments within a public or private hospital setting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18682/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 556 of 5 March 2020, the status of the provision of home help for a person (details supplied). [18907/20]

2020-07-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a tribunal (details supplied); the status of the appointment of its new chairperson; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18986/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Transport

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the position of the family and the effort being made in the interest of public health; if he can advise regarding the refusal of the airline to refund the person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16724/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the names of the persons undertaking the review of the maternity unit in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16515/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a review of the maternity led unit in Cavan General Hospital is necessary; if the way in which the downgrading of services was muted some weeks ago without his knowledge has been investigated; if he has examined this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16516/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a child (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16607/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the relocation of a building (details supplied); the plans of the HSE on same; the reason and location for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16707/20]

2020-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [16754/20]

2020-07-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be scheduled as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14823/20]

2020-07-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason funding to develop a new endoscopy wing at Cavan General Hospital by the RCSI hospital group has not been allocated to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15380/20]

2020-07-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the allocations of substantial funding in excess €1 million allocated to hospitals (details supplied) in the RCSI hospital group over the past 20 years in tabular form; the year in which funds were allocated; the works for which funds were allocated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15387/20]

2020-07-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13877/20]

2020-07-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if patients diagnosed with melanoma in the public health system here are only offered immunotherapy when in stage IV of the illness; the reason such treatment is not offered at stage III in view of the fact that half of patients at this stage advance to the next; his views on whether more lives would be saved if persons were offered such treatment earlier; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that adjuvant immunotherapy nivolumab, pembrolizumab and targeted therapy are available to some with private health insurance here but the public health service is not funding the medications; his further views on whether this is consistent with the goals of the National Cancer Strategy; and his plans to improve stage III melanoma treatments. [14210/20]

2020-07-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14218/20]

2020-07-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when an operation will take place for a person (details supplied). [14239/20]

2020-06-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); if the business can reopen on 30 July 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12736/20]

2020-06-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a review is being carried out in relation to the midwife-led unit in Cavan General Hospital; if so, the terms of reference for the review; the time frame for its completion; and the details of the persons undertaking the review. [12932/20]

2020-06-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot ascertain her position on a healthcare panel with the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12015/20]

2020-06-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [12160/20]

2020-06-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a copy of the terms of reference of the scope of the review for a unit (details supplied); the timelines and names of the persons who are to undertake same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12263/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason legislation (details supplied) was not extended due to Covid-19; if clarity will be provided on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10646/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the high Covid-19 figures in counties Cavan and Monaghan are being investigated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10700/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason Covid-19 figures are so high in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10701/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of days per week testing is being carried out for Covid-19 at locations (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10702/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns regarding the future of a unit (details supplied); if reports that it will close or wind down are correct; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10762/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women that availed of the services of a unit (details supplied) in each of the years 2000 to 2019 and to date in 2020, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10765/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the hospital date for surgery for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that a referral has been made for surgery to St. James’s Hospital but no date has been given; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10904/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will continue to support the National Maternity Strategy 2016 commitment to develop more midwifery-led units in line with best international evidence to provide effective, cost-efficient care and choice for women; and if the Taoiseach will confirm his continued interest in the strategy as articulated at its launch. [10906/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the plans and agreed timelines to build and resource additional midwifery-led units in addition to the two midwifery-led units in Cavan General Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda, further to the national maternity strategy. [10907/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the Northern Ireland Department of Health, Social Services and Public Safety has eight midwifery-led units under its governance with midwives working as autonomous professionals who operate independently from consultant-led units with appropriate multidisciplinary discussions only as needed. [10908/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the midwifery-led unit in County Cavan has faced consistent threats of closure and downgrading from 2011 onward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10909/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the midwifery-led unit in County Cavan has such a low take-up from women when 60 miles away the midwifery-led unit in Drogheda, County Louth is fully utilised and has recently been entirely refurbished; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10910/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there has been a formal consultation with women at local level in County Cavan regarding their needs and wants from the maternity services further to the women’s health task force radical listening exercise; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10911/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which the proposed closure of the midwifery-led unit in Cavan General Hospital is compatible with the national maternity strategy. [10912/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of the consultation process that has taken place in Cavan General Hospital between management and staff with regard to the proposed closure of the midwifery-led unit. [10913/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of babies born in Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2015 to 2019; and the number of births in each of those years in the midwife-led unit in the hospital. [10914/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received home help; when the nurse will return for weekly physiotherapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10970/20]

2020-06-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11202/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of HSE waiting times for assessment of need for children with disabilities; the number of children waiting at present; the length of time they have been waiting in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8310/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 637 of 3 March 2020, if the issue at a health centre (details supplied) has been rectified; his plans to reopen the centre once Covid-19 restrictions loosen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8312/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the reason free travel passes are not being accepted under an agreement between the HSE and LocalLink to facilitate bringing persons to day services will be reviewed; if the matter will be urgently reviewed from a HSE perspective; if his attention has been drawn to the additional costs this is putting on service users with free travel passes who are depending on social welfare income in these cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8313/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital between 2010 and to date in 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8315/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to deal with the provision of home help hours during the ongoing Covid-19 crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8324/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of the IVF scheme in maternity hospitals; the criteria for same; the way in which eligibility for the scheme is determined; the waiting list for same; the hospitals in which it is available; the way in which a referral can be obtained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8339/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Culture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if her attention has been drawn to the fact that the Roadmap for Reopening Society and Business identifies the final phase as the likely phase for the re-opening of cinemas; if she has compared this to the re-opening dates identified for cinemas in other European countries; if she has made representations to the Minister for Health on same; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8706/20]

2020-06-03

PQ

Asked Culture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht if she or her officials have made representations to the Minister for Health on the impact the imposition of a social distancing requirement of two metres would have on theatres, cinemas and other cultural events; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [8712/20]

2020-05-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if dentists and their assistants that have remained open to perform urgent treatment on patients and children are covered under the new childcare package for essential workers. [7156/20]

2020-05-20

PQ

Asked Finance

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Finance if there is tax relief or grants or supports available to businesses that will need to incur costs to implement social distancing measures in the interest of public health to reopen their doors due to Covid-19; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6415/20]

2020-05-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5739/20]

2020-05-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the full resumption of BreastCheck and cervical smear tests for those in need; and if his attention has been drawn to the concerns regarding the cessation of these assessments. [6359/20]

2020-05-20

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs the insurance arrangements that will be put in place in respect of childcare workers providing childcare to health workers; and if these arrangements will incur an additional cost on parents or providers. [5826/20]

2020-05-20

PQ

Asked Children

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs if childcare providers providing childcare to healthcare workers are covered by State indemnity; and if not, the reason for their exclusion. [6071/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a fair deal application by a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3953/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of day services for persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4067/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a payment under the fair deal scheme can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4162/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for two CT scans; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4194/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if surgery will be expedited in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4240/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an angiogram for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4247/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a scan will be provided to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4249/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if appointments for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4487/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the home help provision for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4689/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an application for home help by a person (details supplied); if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4692/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies filled or unfilled on a temporary basis in Cavan General Hospital; and the details of each by categories (details supplied). [4852/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a fair deal application will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4865/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an extra week respite can be provided to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5139/20]

2020-05-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding will be expedited in relation to the fair deal application for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5169/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a child (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2805/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can have their home help hours increased. [2834/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting on occupational and physiotherapy provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2847/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will receive an appointment to have their cataracts removed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2848/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person cannot get an appointment for speech, occupational and physiotherapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2852/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [2855/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a report will be provided regarding the way in which private sector IVF is regulated; his further plans in place in this area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2870/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of the IVF scheme in maternity hospitals; the criteria for same; the way in which eligibility is determined for such a scheme; the waiting list for same; the hospitals from which it is being operated; the way in which a referral is made or can be obtained; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2871/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE waiting times for assessment of need for children with disabilities will be addressed; the number of children waiting at present; the length of time they have been waiting in, tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2885/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to deal with the ongoing respite crisis and the closure of a facility (details supplied), which is having a profound effect on families in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2888/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps being taken to deal with the ongoing crisis regarding the provision of home help hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2889/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the ongoing concerns regarding a matter (details supplied); the reassurance he can offer to the public; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2894/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be expedited for a person (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the difficult circumstances in this case and if he will assist the person's sibling in this time of need; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2895/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at the minor injury unit in Monaghan General Hospital between 2010 and to date in 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2898/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home help application that has been approved but remains in limbo for a person (details supplied); if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2899/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2902/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2903/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for a scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2913/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the dental centre at Darley healthcare centre, Cootehill, County Cavan, has been closed for the past six weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3009/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3061/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3090/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home help application by a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the reason for the delay regarding the package; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3179/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will contact the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to ensure the free travel pass can be accepted on LocalLink bus services in exceptional cases such as the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3180/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be arranged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3198/20]

2020-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if further funding will be provided for staffing at a facility (details supplied) under the programme referred to in correspondence; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this rural centre is further from hospitals specialising in this treatment; if he will review correspondence attached as part of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3700/20]

2019-12-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [52713/19]

2019-12-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) had their home support hours cut in view of the fact their condition is deteriorating; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52884/19]

2019-12-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an operation for another 18 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52994/19]

2019-12-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled with the surgical team in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53020/19]

2019-12-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an autism assessment for a person (details supplied) [53187/19]

2019-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if matters raised by an organisation (details supplied) regarding the provision of care for its users will be reviewed; if the concerns will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52184/19]

2019-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a nurse (details supplied) at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51978/19]

2019-12-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in approving transfer requests across similar grades and status within the clerical officer, administration and public health nurse categories (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51348/19]

2019-12-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a referral will be expedited for a person (details supplied) to the Cavan and Monaghan Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51576/19]

2019-12-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51580/19]

2019-12-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a reply has not issued to a local authority (details supplied) regarding its request for a meeting; if he will review same with a view to arranging the meeting; if he will contact the authority directly acknowledging its request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51725/19]

2019-12-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the public consultations held by his Department in 2018 and to date in 2019; the date on which such consultations were held by county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50450/19]

2019-12-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are funding mechanisms available to a person (details supplied) for braces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49699/19]

2019-12-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers that used the anomaly scan in Cavan General Hospital to date per month, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49893/19]

2019-12-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting a long time for occupational therapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50021/19]

2019-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a knee replacement operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49501/19]

2019-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if EpiPens are covered under the medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49178/19]

2019-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 383 of 13 February 2018, his plans to include the purchase of EpiPens under the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49180/19]

2019-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce an awareness campaign and-or training scheme for the public in the use of emergency medicines such as EpiPens; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49262/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the length of time the person has been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48579/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not being called for a MRI scan; the reason the person was provided with false information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48699/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason children (details supplied) cannot obtain an appointment for speech, occupational and physiotherapy, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48707/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the future of the HSE assistant psychologist scheme aimed at children and adolescents in primary care psychology; his plans to further extend the scheme past March 2020; his views on the success of the scheme in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48807/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting a long time for an appointment; when they will be seen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48968/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); his views on whether it is acceptable that child psychology services would be stretched as a result of adult appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49032/19]

2019-11-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); and if an urgent appointment will be scheduled. [49140/19]

2019-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if correspondence (details supplied) will be reviewed; if his attention has been drawn to the gravity of this matter; if he will prevent the closure of the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48223/19]

2019-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a case (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the matter will be investigated and referred to the HSE for reply; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48233/19]

2019-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a group home (details supplied); when the home will be open and residents allocated their spaces; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47172/19]

2019-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive the correct orthopaedic services provided for children; the reason the HSE is continuing to use same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47591/19]

2019-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the review of a nursing home application by a person (detail supplied); if the case will be reviewed in view of further medical evidence issued by their general practitioner; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47600/19]

2019-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment for a person (details supplied); when the next appointment will take; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47715/19]

2019-11-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47733/19]

2019-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for occupational therapy and physiotherapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46120/19]

2019-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the initial current and capital budget allocation for each hospital in the RCSI hospital group in each of the years 2014 to 2018 and to date in 2019, in tabular form; the final outturn for each hospital in each year; and the estimate for same in 2019. [46133/19]

2019-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received appointments and reports with an organisation in view of the fact this is delaying the person's application for an SNA; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46209/19]

2019-11-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot obtain approval for a medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46561/19]

2019-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the home care hours approved for a person (details supplied) will be implemented in order that the person can return home in a safe environment and free up a nursing home bed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45651/19]

2019-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was left with medical costs of over €800 when the person's medical card was being reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45683/19]

2019-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive respite care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45696/19]

2019-11-06

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2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent appointment with the surgical team will be scheduled in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44315/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot obtain the repatha injection they have been receiving since 2015; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44340/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait 18 months for an operation in view of the fact their condition was diagnosed over three years ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44348/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an appointment with a service; when an appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44381/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a speech and language appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44472/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the allocation for transport implemented to date under the national learning network in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44556/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the valuable supports being provided on the ground; if funding to the service will be increased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44561/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44576/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a paediatrician appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44632/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on a report (details supplied) relating to ambulance response times in counties Cavan and Monaghan and nationwide; his views on whether this is adequate in 2019; the steps he is taking to assist ambulance services and personnel; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44679/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which response times have improved in counties Cavan and Monaghan as regards A Programme for a Partnership Government commitment to increase ambulances, EMTs and paramedics each year to improve response times; and the increase achieved in each year [44681/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he has instructed the HSE to implement an embargo on home help recruitment and new home care hours and extend this embargo until January 2020; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this is causing the waiting lists for those approved for home help to grow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44972/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the meeting requested with him by a municipal district (details supplied) regarding the home help crisis; if he will provide a date for same as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45026/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if medical travel expenses are recoupable in a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45134/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason HSE transport was withdrawn in December 2018 in a case (details supplied); the other options open to pensioners living far away but needing to get transport to respite services in a centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45135/19]

2019-11-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 346 of 15 October 2019, the engagement that has taken place with persons (details supplied) to date regarding the period of engagement with the HSE; if the HSE will outline the plans in place for the provision of day services following the three-month period; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45576/19]

2019-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the locations to which he plans to extend a programme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43889/19]

2019-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a post (details supplied) at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43891/19]

2019-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) can be reviewed and a refund expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43837/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who availed of speech and language therapy in a primary care setting in counties Cavan and Monaghan to date in 2019; the number on the waiting list for speech and language therapy; the length of time each has been on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43109/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who availed of physiotherapy in a primary care setting in counties Cavan and Monaghan to date in 2019; the number on the waiting list for physiotherapy; the length of time each has been on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43110/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons that availed of occupational therapy in a primary care setting in counties Cavan and Monaghan to date in 2019; the number on the waiting list for occupational therapy; the length of time each has been on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43111/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a medical assessment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43124/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the analysis carried out on estimating the additional need for step down beds and residential care for older persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan between 2019 and 2030. [43161/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of the 4,000 step down and-or long-term residential beds announced under the National Development Plan 2018-2027 which will be allocated to counties Cavan and Monaghan. [43162/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan availing of the fair deal scheme; and the number in residential care outside counties Cavan or Monaghan. [43163/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of public nursing home beds available in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [43164/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the supports and programme being provided for a person (details supplied) by CAMHS in County Cavan; the additional supports that can be made available in this case; if same will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43251/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43359/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a cataract operation at the Mater hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43511/19]

2019-10-22

PQ

Asked Culture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the number of days each of the national cultural institutions was closed to the public, or portions were closed to the public in 2018 and to date in 2019 due to health and safety concerns; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43498/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of young persons on the waiting list for CAMHS in counties Cavan, Meath and Monaghan to date; the length of time they have been on the list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42635/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacant posts in whole-time equivalent terms in the CAMHS service by CHO in tabular form. [42636/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works on a new site (details supplied); when works are likely to commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42637/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of dental services for post-primary children in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the days the service is in operation; his plans to increase resources in this area to allow for an extension of this service and hours provided per week in either county; and if same will be implemented to cover annual leave. [42647/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of paramedics assigned to counties Cavan and Monaghan; the stations they are assigned to; the number of ambulances operating in the counties; the stations they are operating from; the rota of same per day; the area they cover; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42659/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the hours and finance being made available for a position (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42660/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the time women in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath are waiting on smear test and CervicalCheck results to return to their general practitioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42678/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of primary care centres in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; the services being provided by each location; his plans for further investment in services at these locations; if there are vacancies waiting to be filled at these centres in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42680/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of a scheme (details supplied); the criteria for same; the way in which a person is eligible for such a scheme; the waiting list for same; the hospitals from which it is being operated; the way in which a person receives a referral; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42702/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which private sector IVF is regulated; the further plans he has in place in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42703/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of residential care places in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the number of persons on the waiting list for residential care in the counties; the length of time they have been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42707/19]

2019-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of older persons waiting for home support hours in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [42725/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive additional home help hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42383/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at the minor injury unit in Monaghan Hospital in each of the years 2010 to 2018 and to date in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42401/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2018 and to date in 2019, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42402/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a palliative care unit (details supplied); if the location of same been decided upon; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42403/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the investment for the upgrade of the emergency department at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42422/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the opening times at a unit (details supplied) will be extended; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42423/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the sale of a building (details supplied); if the building can be kept in State ownership; if other Departments have indicated an interest in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42424/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who have used the anomaly scan in Cavan General Hospital to date by month in tabular form; his plans to increase the service in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42441/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason patients going across the Border for treatment are waiting for arrears payment from the HSE; the number of cases that have been dealt with in 2019; the number waiting to be reimbursed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42471/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the percentage of home care support services outsourced to private companies in 2018 and to date in 2019, by CHO in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42476/19]

2019-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of slots provided to Cavan General Hospital for the Drogheda fracture clinic due to increased demand and to ease waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42509/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of day services for (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41690/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an urgent appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41807/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the maintenance at a centre (details supplied) will be referred to the HSE; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41867/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 438 of 8 October 2019 (details supplied) to the Department of Children and Youth Affairs, if same will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42115/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the length of time this person is waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42177/19]

2019-10-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied). [42267/19]

2019-10-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the local HSE environmental health office will contact a person (details supplied) in relation to a matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41316/19]

2019-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an operation in view of the fact the person's pre-operative assessment was carried out five months ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40727/19]

2019-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received the home help the person was granted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40765/19]

2019-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for a MRI scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40771/19]

2019-10-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if further funding for staffing at a service (details supplied) under a programme will be provided; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this rural centre is further from hospitals specialising in this treatment; if correspondence will be reviewed regarding same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41031/19]

2019-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if x-ray results for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40219/19]

2019-10-03

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his plans to quell health concerns regarding 5G roll out; the actions he will take to ensure that information is provided on the health impact of 5G roll out here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40260/19]

2019-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for cataract surgery for a person (details supplied). [39376/19]

2019-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the orthodontic appointment referral for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39805/19]

2019-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the conditions which are eligible for the long-term illness scheme; his plans to review the scheme with a view to adding more conditions to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39820/19]

2019-10-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason Crohn's disease is not eligible for the long-term illness scheme; his plans to review the scheme with a view to adding more conditions to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39821/19]

2019-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the person can be moved to a similar independent facility in County Cavan to be close to family; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38355/19]

2019-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the reimbursement dataset will specifically cover only current HSE-funded users of the FreeStyle Libre device; and if not, if the health technology assessment group review will compare total blood glucose strip usage spend year on year. [38573/19]

2019-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the measures he is taking regarding the crisis with the lack of resources in early intervention, adequate respite services and a lack of residential spaces for persons with disabilities in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38590/19]

2019-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the weighting percentages to be used as part of the upcoming HSE FreeStyle Libre review decision making process that will be given to criteria (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38601/19]

2019-09-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not being called for a MRI scan; the reason they were provided with false information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38644/19]

2019-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37794/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a heart operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37066/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [37116/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [37117/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait six months for a procedure under paediatrics; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37130/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [37134/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of neurological services at a hospital (details supplied); the services being offered there; if there are plans to cut services from the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37143/19]

2019-09-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will request Cavan General Hospital to clarify if patients (details supplied) are being diverted from the hospital; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that certain directives from the HSE have been issued to ambulance personnel in relation to the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37579/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if procedures and operations for persons over 60 years of age are being carried out in Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34692/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of capital expenditure for a new wing to Cavan General Hospital and a 14-bed ward; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34693/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting for an operation in view of the fact their condition was diagnosed over three years ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34747/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is still waiting for heart surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34948/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns (details supplied); if there is a concerted effort by the HSE to keep down referral numbers to consultants at smaller hospitals by issuing such directives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35014/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns regarding neurology day services and consultant clinics in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the location and days they take place; his plans to reduce such services in the counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35015/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of stepdown beds available at a hospital (details supplied); if the additional six promised for the unit in 2018 have opened; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35016/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the concerns raised by a person (details supplied) regarding the provision of carer's and home help will be reviewed; if the shut down of home help in counties Cavan and Monaghan is connected to the overspend at the national children's hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35020/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of the 20-week anomaly scan in Cavan General Hospital; if it is open to all women; the days on which it operates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35021/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works planned for the refurbishment of the emergency department at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35022/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at the emergency department in Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2018 and to date in 2019, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35023/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 123 of 16 May 2019, the status of services as outlined in the reply (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35055/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the sale of a site (details supplied); if it can be retained in public ownership due to its historical significance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35056/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent appointment for surgery for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35486/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35551/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the delays being experienced by a person (details supplied) due to HSE guidelines will be addressed; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the person needs the specially made shoes to be able to walk; if his attention has been further drawn to the fact that the person has been waiting for more than a year due to HSE guidelines and cases being dealt with on a priority basis; and if he will direct the HSE to expedite the case. [35622/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if assistance to purchase an item will be provided to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35625/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an operation in view of the fact his pre-op was carried out over three months ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35728/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a matter in relation to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35799/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an operation will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the status of the operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35805/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting a long period for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35840/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35967/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the alternative local supports being put in place due to the crisis situation at a centre (details supplied); the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35969/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of surgery for a person (details supplied); the length of time they will be waiting for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35970/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a knee replacement for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35986/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the steps required in the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35987/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the roll-out of the €4 charge for persons with a disability commuting to local day services will be ceased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35991/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the financial assistance established for families that need to undergo IVF treatment as in the case of a person (details supplied). [36067/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of respite care, occupational therapy, home support and speech and language therapy appointments in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36072/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help will be sanctioned in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36078/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36080/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeline of the implementation of the formal pathway between hospitals (details supplied); when the agreement will be formalised; if a date for commencement of the service in County Cavan has been chosen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36113/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a special bed will be assigned in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36204/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; if recent correspondence to the person from the HSE will be noted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36210/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an occupational therapy and physiotherapy appointment for a person (details supplied); if the matter will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36211/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled urgently in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36213/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if home help will be expedited for the person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36215/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for occupational therapy and physiotherapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36286/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a cataract operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36312/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for a knee operation since 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36316/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a high-resolution manometry 24-hour PH study at St. James's Hospital to diagnose the cause of their incapacity to swallow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36327/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if surgery will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); if a date for same will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36402/19]

2019-09-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) will be waiting for occupational therapy for four years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36530/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills the oversight conducted by his Department of the number of young persons seeking support and-or counselling for mental health difficulties at third-level in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33611/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the two week waiting list for children and adults attending Cavan General Hospital and Monaghan medical assessment unit to be seen in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda for casts. [31545/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the financial assistance available for families that need to undergo IVF treatment as in the case of a person (details supplied). [31735/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a medical card appeal; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33092/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33591/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of patients who availed of occupational therapy in a primary care setting in counties Cavan and Monaghan during the first six months of 2019. [33623/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of patients who availed of physiotherapy in a primary care setting in counties Cavan and Monaghan during the first six months of 2019. [33624/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if additional home help hours will be provided to elderly persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [33625/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of home help hours cut in the first six months of 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33626/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the €5 million promised to Cavan General Hospital has not been allocated to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33627/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which he and the HSE will spend €5 million that was promised to Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33628/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when he will notify Cavan General Hospital of the allocation of €5 million in funding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33629/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to help and relieve families that are not receiving adequate home help. [33630/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the €5 million promised to Cavan General Hospital will be used during 2019. [33631/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the five new beds promised for Monaghan General Hospital will be ready and in use; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33632/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons admitted to Cavan General Hospital in the first six months of 2019. [33633/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of pregnant mothers who have used the anomaly scan in Cavan General Hospital to date. [33634/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason patients going across the Border for treatment are waiting so long for arrears payments from the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33635/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the financial assistance in place for families that need to undergo IVF treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33638/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33639/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of additional high-dependency unit beds in Cavan General Hospital. [33650/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) can no longer attend Crannog day centre, Castleblayney, County Monaghan; the reason they have been told the service can not cater for persons over 65 years of age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33651/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long on hearing aids; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33652/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the time for which women in counties Cavan and Monaghan have been waiting on smear test and CervicalCheck results to return to their general practitioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33653/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women in counties Cavan and Monaghan waiting on smear test results; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33654/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women in counties Cavan and Monaghan who availed of the CervicalCheck scan since 2018 to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33655/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a knee operation since 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33966/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a building (details supplied) will be retained in public ownership due to its historical significance; his plans to purchase the building; if he will discuss the matter with the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34089/19]

2019-07-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the sale of a hospital (details supplied); if the building will be kept in State ownership; if other Departments have indicated an interest in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34251/19]

2019-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not yet received a date for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30145/19]

2019-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an invalidity pension application review by a person (details supplied). [30161/19]

2019-07-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30037/19]

2019-07-04

VOTE

Mental Health Services Reports · 2 divisions

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–81
✓ voted for Amendment again put: motion passed · 78–41

2019-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the length of time it is taking for patients to receive back payment after using the cross-border directive scheme for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28337/19]

2019-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting since April 2019 for arrears from the cross-border directive payment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28346/19]

2019-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a hernia operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28507/19]

2019-06-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26739/19]

2019-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he will take regarding the delays being experienced by a person (details supplied) due to HSE guidelines; and if the HSE will be requested to expedite the case. [25648/19]

2019-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if surgery will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25738/19]

2019-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an orthodontic appointment referral for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24624/19]

2019-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a date will be provided for surgery for a person (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24626/19]

2019-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an investigation will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24795/19]

2019-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a procedure for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24807/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a procedure for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23177/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns (details supplied) relating to the provision of home help and carers; if the matter is due to the overspend on the national children's hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23223/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if a referral for an inpatient procedure in Beaumont Hospital will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23254/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a cataract operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23264/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason surgery due on 5 June 2019 was cancelled on 29 May 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23451/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot return home; the reason home care support cannot be funded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23494/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the sale of a building (details supplied); if the building can be kept in State ownership; if other Departments have indicated an interest in same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23546/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the HSE nursing and care homes that have vacant beds; the numbers of vacant beds in each unit; the length of time they have been vacant; the reason for the vacancies; the cost of same to the health service; the number waiting for admission to local or community HSE nursing and care homes; the length of time they have been on waiting lists; and the number occupying hospital beds while waiting. [23547/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeline for the implementation of a formal pathway between hospitals (details supplied); when this agreement will be formalised; if a date for commencement of this service in County Cavan has been chosen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23559/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the assurance that will be provided to a person (details supplied) attending RehabCare in County Cavan; the assistance that will be put in place to protect persons attending the centre each week; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24338/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the assurance that will be provided to a person (details supplied) attending RehabCare in County Cavan; the assistance that will be put in place to protect persons attending the centre each week; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24339/19]

2019-06-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the assurances that will be provided to a person (details supplied) attending RehabCare in County Cavan; the assistance that will be put in place to protect persons attending the centre each week; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24340/19]

2019-05-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if documentation will be reviewed in relation to the proposed move of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22329/19]

2019-05-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appeal by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22209/19]

2019-05-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a date for surgery will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21633/19]

2019-05-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a full-time general practitioner service in areas (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22114/19]

2019-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a unit (details supplied); if the location of same has been decided upon; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21189/19]

2019-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter (details supplied) will be investigated and referred to the hospital for an update; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21204/19]

2019-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if an endocrinologist will be provided to Cavan general hospital for local women in counties Cavan and Monaghan that require these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21254/19]

2019-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to deal with the ongoing respite crisis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20712/19]

2019-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to deal with the ongoing crisis in the provision of home help hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20713/19]

2019-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help will be sanctioned and put in place for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20958/19]

2019-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for admission to the National Rehabilitation Centre, Dún Laoghaire, since January 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21073/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20322/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for a cataract operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20433/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an appointment to the position of healthcare assistant after being interviewed at least a year ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20456/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the home help provision of hours for a person (details supplied); if home help will be immediately granted in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20617/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the occupational therapy and physiotherapy appointment for a person (details supplied); if same will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20637/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not been granted home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20694/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the RehabCare crisis; if his attention has been drawn to the fears and anxieties of service users and their families following the announcement on 7 May 2019 of a possible cessation of services locally in 12 months; if an urgent resolution to this matter will be found; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20741/19]

2019-05-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if an urgent appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20773/19]

2019-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacant posts in whole-time equivalent terms in the CAMHS by CHO in tabular form. [20204/19]

2019-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of young persons on the waiting list for CAMHS in counties Cavan and Monaghan to date; the length of time they have been on the list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20205/19]

2019-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay for a person (details supplied) to receive an appointment with the Cavan-Monaghan child development team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20254/19]

2019-05-09

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment the actions he will take to ensure that information is provided on the health impact of 5G roll out here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20271/19]

2019-05-09

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he is satisfied there are no health implications from the roll out of 5G here (details supplied); his plans to address these concerns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20272/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an ENT appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18507/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help will be sanctioned and put in place for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18607/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a carer and home help for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18620/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an anomaly scan for her pregnancy at a hospital; if one can be scheduled at 20 to 21 weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18622/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgery appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18629/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the closure of a residential facility (details supplied) will be prevented; if reports are true; the reason families were not consulted regarding the closure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18631/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18987/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for an MRI scan to diagnose the level of pituitary edema; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19156/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting for occupational therapy and physiotherapy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19184/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been refused a home care package; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19259/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19563/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a one-to-one occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled at the school of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19788/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) must wait for another 18 months for an operation in view of the fact that their condition was diagnosed over three years ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19815/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19937/19]

2019-05-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a date for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19967/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if ambulance shortages will be addressed for staff rostering in County Monaghan which has emerged due to the removal of a vehicle (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17912/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a new ambulance allocated recently to County Monaghan to help manage new rostering has been moved to cover Castleblaney which has no ambulance; if so, the reason the ambulance was not taken from another county in which there are surplus ambulances to requirements to fill the gap; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17913/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of new ambulance personnel recruited in counties Cavan and Monaghan in the past year (details supplied); if these staff were already classified as unrostered staff prior to this announcement; the reason no new additional staff were rostered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17915/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of new intern paramedics counties Cavan and Monaghan received following their graduation from college; the reason intern paramedics from the north east are not being trained up in positions in the counties upon graduation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17916/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timescale for the results of repeat cervical smears; the number of women waiting for same; the length of time they are waiting; and the reason for delays by county in tabular form. [17921/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a unit (details supplied); the details of the review of same; when the review will be concluded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17936/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at a unit (details supplied) in each of the years 2010 to 2018 and to date in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17937/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of work planned for a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17938/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the need for investment in regional hospitals and in particular a unit (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17939/19]

2019-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2018 and to date in 2019, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17940/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not entitled to a primary care certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17317/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason an operation was cancelled for a person (details supplied) in October 2018; and the reason the person has not received another appointment. [17260/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the expansion and extension of the roll-out of X-ray services and ultrasound services as outlined in Sláintecare at locations (details supplied); when these services will be rolled out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17411/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to incentivise roles such as orthodontists, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists in the public health sector in which shortages are arising and long waiting lists are being further exacerbated as a result of same; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that these professionals wanting to work in the private sector is a perceived reason for shortages in addition to emigration; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17437/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if parents have a choice to remain within an organisation (details supplied) after their child is six years of age; the rules relating to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17449/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an occupational therapy and physiotherapy appointment for a person (details supplied); if same will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17634/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a matter (details supplied); the timeframe for the extension; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17662/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment with a child development team will be secured in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17727/19]

2019-04-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent appointment will be scheduled with the surgical team in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17770/19]

2019-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17133/19]

2019-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if acceptance of the free travel pass on all LocalLink services will be granted in view of HSE charges of €4 a day being imposed on elderly and disability service users accessing public transport to and from day services; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that these charges were introduced by the HSE in recent days; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16870/19]

2019-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason charges have been implemented in the case of a person (details supplied) when the service user has a free travel pass; if he will instruct the HSE to reverse its decision to implement both charges; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16869/19]

2019-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the family of a person (details supplied) was not provided with home help following the discharge of a parent from hospital on the second occasion; if home help will be granted in the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16876/19]

2019-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will contact mental health services within the HSE locally to link in with the family of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16877/19]

2019-04-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a special bed can be assigned in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16879/19]

2019-04-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting since 1 April 2019 to go to a step down unit in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16694/19]

2019-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for a service (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the stage reached; the timeframe for introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15526/19]

2019-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received their medical reports from the Mater Hospital; when they will receive same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15555/19]

2019-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a long time for an appointment with an organisation; when the person will receive same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15561/19]

2019-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15562/19]

2019-04-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15588/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the provisions being made for a graveyard on a site (details supplied); if it will be part of the sale in process; if these sacred grounds will be preserved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14761/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help will be sanctioned in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14767/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an ENT appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14786/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of respite care, occupational therapy, home support and speech and language therapy appointments for a person (detailed supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14802/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for the hip replacement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14824/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14825/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15004/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the travel pass is excluded from the HSE LocalLink bus service bringing disabled persons to their day centres (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15134/19]

2019-04-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was awarded home help but will not receive it for three to four months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15292/19]

2019-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the alternative local supports being put in place regarding a centre (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14585/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be reviewed in view of the deterioration in circumstances in the case of a person (details supplied); if the special bed can be assigned in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12801/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait so long to receive home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12836/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when funding will be increased for sepsis diagnosis and awareness (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12946/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter will be investigated in the case of a person (details supplied). [13195/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a lengthy period for a dental appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13312/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons here referred to a service (details supplied) in the UK in each of the past ten years; the number of persons from here with disabilities in the facilities; the cost of same for each person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13375/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason new increased rostering measures have been introduced in the ambulance service in County Monaghan (details supplied) but the six additional staff cited to start in 2018 have not been allocated to help with these rostering demands; the reason these six additional persons are not in place; the location of the staff; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13381/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that training (details supplied) is impacting further on depleted staff in the ambulance service in County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13382/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the implementation of a new ambulance in County Monaghan to facilitate new rostering that came into affect recently for staff (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13383/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of dental services for post-primary children in an area (details supplied); the days the service is in operation; the days the services are in operation throughout both counties weekly; his plans to increase resources in this area to allow for an extension of this service and hours provided per week in either county; if same will be implemented to cover annual leave; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13413/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of dental services for post-primary children in an area (details supplied); the days the service is in operation; if he will review same in relation to this service; his plans to increase resources in this area to allow for an extension of this service and hours provided per week; if same will be implement to cover annual leave; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13415/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a fair deal application by a person (details supplied); if same will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13503/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13506/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if respite will be allocated closer to the home of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13837/19]

2019-03-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was refused home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14157/19]

2019-03-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of investment in regional hospitals and in particular a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12396/19]

2019-03-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the ongoing respite crisis being experienced by dozens of families in counties Cavan and Monaghan (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12395/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); if they can be placed on a cancellation list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11464/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which private sector IVF is regulated; his plans in place in this area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11465/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which the public IVF scheme operates; the way in which it is regulated; the criteria for accessing the scheme; his plans in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11494/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11634/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied) regarding Orkambi; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11775/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies in a hospital (details supplied) unfilled or filled on a temporary basis by category. [12055/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies unfilled or filled on a temporary basis in Cavan General Hospital; and the details of each by categories. [12084/19]

2019-03-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a contract (details supplied) is a temporary rolling contract which is being recruited at present; if it is recruitment for the permanent position of registrar at a hospital; if persons can still apply for same; the location they can apply to; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12401/19]

2019-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an application for a medical card by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11318/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding will be allocated for research (details supplied); the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10272/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment in the case of a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10310/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a new application for a medical card by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10369/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the review of a medical card for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10379/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10420/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a fair deal application by a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10441/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when services will be rolled out at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10817/19]

2019-03-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if hospitals are to be reimbursed for the payment of transitional care or convalescent respite within the nursing home setting in view of the perceived delay in the fair deal process in being granted a long-term bed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10831/19]

2019-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to make changes to a process (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10127/19]

2019-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the location of a new facility (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9910/19]

2019-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9917/19]

2019-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a fair deal scheme application by a person (details supplied); if the matter will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8989/19]

2019-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the reason there is a delay in appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9128/19]

2019-02-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on a bed in the Mater Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9340/19]

2019-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the length of time a person (details supplied) will be waiting for cataract surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8553/19]

2019-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of primary care centres in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the services being provided at each location; his plans for an enhancement of services at these locations; when the new services will be on stream; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8649/19]

2019-02-20

VOTE

Confidence in Minister for Health

~ abstained on the motion motion failed · 53–58

2019-02-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not had a response from CAMHS and consultants when contacted; the steps the person should take; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8164/19]

2019-02-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the alternative local supports being put in place due to the crisis situation at a centre (details supplied); the status of the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7722/19]

2019-02-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme cover for type 1 diabetes; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7757/19]

2019-02-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timescale for the results of repeat cervical smears; the number of women in each county waiting, in tabular form; the length of time they are waiting; and the reason for delays. [8285/19]

2019-02-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the cervical results for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8447/19]

2019-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received respite; if the case will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7414/19]

2019-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7456/19]

2019-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7221/19]

2019-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review and schedule an occupational therapy appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7222/19]

2019-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation in the case of a person (details supplied); the timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7245/19]

2019-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the place of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7260/19]

2019-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a location (details supplied); the provisions being made for the graveyard on the site; if it will be part of the sale in progress; if the site will be preserved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7291/19]

2019-02-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 475 of 16 October 2018 if home help hours will be sanctioned for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6343/19]

2019-02-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of respite care, occupational therapy, home support and speech and language therapy appointments in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6354/19]

2019-02-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6377/19]

2019-02-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the respite crisis being experienced for dozens of families at a centre (details supplied); the position regarding the latest reports of an oil leak there; when the centre will be open again and return to full service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6769/19]

2019-02-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not heard from health professionals on the matter; and the reason the health system is failing the person. [7003/19]

2019-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5981/19]

2019-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a prescription for a person (details supplied); the date for the provision of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6123/19]

2019-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); if they will be placed on a cancellation list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5851/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the ongoing respite crisis being experienced by families in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5265/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the waiting times under the HSE for assessments of needs for children with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5212/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5000/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a national cancer centre in an area (details supplied); if a review of such a service is underway; if the Border region will be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5137/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the overspend at the national children’s hospital and the national maternity hospital has impacted upon capital projects in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; if so, the projects impacted upon; the way in which they will be impacted; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5142/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an ENT appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5176/19]

2019-02-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a medical product will be supplied to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5603/19]

2019-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of staffing at an office (details supplied); his plans to increase staff at the location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4736/19]

2019-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied) with a view to extending the hours and finance being made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4737/19]

2019-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4752/19]

2019-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); the reason the person has not received speech and language therapy in almost two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4784/19]

2019-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4486/19]

2019-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of knee replacement surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4549/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment in Monaghan Hospital. [3731/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if emergency funding will be allocated to assist with the provision of home help hours (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3738/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason women, particularly in counties Cavan and Monaghan, are waiting in excess of four months for the cervical screening results; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3739/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of knee surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4026/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of, and if he will address, the ongoing respite crisis for families in County Cavan (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4214/19]

2019-01-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the requirements in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4273/19]

2019-01-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a homecare package will be reviewed in the case of a person (details supplied); the reason one carer has been dropped from house calls to the person who needs two carers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3486/19]

2019-01-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) had their medical card taken away; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3279/19]

2019-01-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on an appointment; the reason appointments have been cancelled so often in the past; if the person will be seen as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2561/19]

2019-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the feasibility of rolling out the meningitis B vaccine and making it freely available to each child will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2115/19]

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 Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 390 of 27 November 2018, the reason a person (details supplied) was told they had an appointment in March 2019 and has now been informed they are not on a waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54042/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at a facility (details supplied) in each of the years 2010 to 2018 and to date in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54050/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a review of an injury unit (details supplied); the detail of the review; when it will be concluded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54051/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54228/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the location of a new facility (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54327/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the respite crisis being experienced by dozens of families at a facility (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54328/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the lack of supported living for persons with disabilities in counties Cavan and Monaghan (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54329/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason respite care or home support has not been provided to a family (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54335/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not being called for a MRI scan; the reason they were provided with false information; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54378/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot get an earlier appointment in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54386/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54414/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54417/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the supports available for persons with an eating disorder; his views on the case of a person (details supplied) raised in correspondence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54420/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home help will be sanctioned in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54429/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 745 of 7 September 2018, the reason for the delay in appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54434/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54545/18]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a site (details supplied); the provisions being made for the graveyard on site; if it will be part of the sale in process; if these sacred grounds will be preserved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1269/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1276/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in a person (details supplied) receiving an appointment with the Cavan-Monaghan child development team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1403/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances at a hospital (details supplied) between 2010 and to date in 2019; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1575/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 318 of 19 December 2018, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the family has been offered respite in Dublin (details supplied); if a more local service will be offered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1601/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason the HSE will not provide dental care through the public dental scheme in school in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1666/19]

2019-01-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting time for women for cervical screening results; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that women are waiting in excess of three to four months to receive their results in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1748/19]

2018-12-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a child (details supplied) has not received respite; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53607/18]

2018-12-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which his Department is improving services for persons with disabilities and mental health issues in counties Cavan and Monaghan and north County Meath. [52964/18]

2018-12-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a local placement will be ensured for a person (details supplied) in Castleblayney within the care pathway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52752/18]

2018-12-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person and 400-plus girls here suffering adverse health effects from Gardasil relating to a treatment clinic (details supplied) will receive compensation in relation to same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53251/18]

2018-12-18

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter (details supplied) regarding respite facilities in County Cavan will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53252/18]

2018-12-12

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason women are being refused a scan (details supplied) in view of the fact that the RCSI hospital group has said that it is available to all women that request it; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52403/18]

2018-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51659/18]

2018-12-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is a delay in receiving appointments in CHO 8; the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51700/18]

2018-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the waiting times for the provision of home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50829/18]

2018-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to address the backlogs and waiting lists for children who are waiting for assessments of needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50830/18]

2018-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had to wait a long time for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51094/18]

2018-12-05

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 add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 38–67
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 30–75

2018-12-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and an urgent appointment expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50299/18]

2018-12-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital bed will be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50392/18]

2018-12-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to invest in Cavan General Hospital and Monaghan Hospital; the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50605/18]

2018-11-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter (detail supplied) in relation to BreastCheck in County Cavan will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49873/18]

2018-11-29

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 · 25–59
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 22–61
✓ voted to add an amendment to the bill motion failed · 21–71

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if a hospital appointment will be expedited. [48982/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the reason for the delay in appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49026/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [49031/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49035/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49037/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a prescription for a person (details supplied); the date for the provision of the items; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49038/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if this appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49039/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49040/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 159 of 30 May 2018, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that no contact has been made with the parent about an upcoming appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49053/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works on the new greenfield site for a service (details supplied); when works will commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49080/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; their place on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49114/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49125/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49152/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49247/18]

2018-11-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49254/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 195 of 3 October 2018, when a position will open for applications; the way in which persons can apply for same (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47741/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a graveyard on a site (details supplied); the provisions being made for the graveyard; if it will be part of the sale in process; if these grounds will be preserved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47862/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if early intervention can be granted for children who have no diagnosis but are on the assessment of need list waiting on a diagnosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48034/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was treated in a certain manner and received poor care at a hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48096/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48154/18]

2018-11-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment of need will be scheduled in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48325/18]

2018-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a respite payment for a person (details supplied) can be recouped; if a future respite payment will be granted or fulfilled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47253/18]

2018-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the provisions being put in place for hospitals (details supplied) as part of the winter 2018 acute hospital plans; if extra beds are being provided; if so, the locations in which they are being provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47349/18]

2018-11-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting so long for an appointment in the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital; the reason many of the person's appointments have been cancelled in the past; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46682/18]

2018-11-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited with an organisation for a person (details supplied) who has been on the waiting list for two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46741/18]

2018-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies unfilled or filled on a temporary basis respectively in hospitals (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and the details of each by category. [46207/18]

2018-11-07

VOTE

Children's Health Bill 2018 [Seanad]: Report and Final Stages

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 33–69

2018-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for a scan (details supplied) to be rolled out to all expectant women in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44604/18]

2018-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of respite care, occupational therapy, home support and speech and language therapy appointments in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44900/18]

2018-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding pharmaceutical assistants; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45150/18]

2018-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a case (details supplied) will be reviewed; the reason funding was cut by the HSE; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this activity is under threat due to lack of funding by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45317/18]

2018-11-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a medical card review for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45839/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an urgent appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44013/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works on a site (details supplied); when works will commence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44089/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the need for investment in regional hospitals and in particular in a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44090/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2017 and to date in 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44091/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting a primary care psychology appointment in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath more for than 3, 6, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months, respectively. [44094/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if five additional beds allocated to Monaghan Hospital in 2013 have been opened; if not, the reason therefor; his plans for additional allocation of beds to ease pressure on Our Lady of Lourdes, Drogheda, and Cavan General Hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44095/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend and invest in services at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44097/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if extra resources are being allocated to assist with the backlog of those that have been approved home help hours but cannot get them due to a lack of carers and-or resources; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44098/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of home help hours approved by the HSE team but waiting to be provided the hours in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; the length of time they have been waiting for by 3, 6, 12, 18 and 24 months, respectively in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44099/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of negotiations on plans to introduce a centre (details supplied) first announced in 2013 for County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44101/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of primary care centres (details supplied); the stages these are at; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44102/18]

2018-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacant posts in whole-time equivalent terms in the CAMHS service for each CHO in tabular form. [44105/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43167/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); his plans to invest in this unit in County Cavan; the timeframe involved; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43239/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be clarified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43346/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the introduction of the 20 week anomaly scan at a hospital (details supplied); if it is now available to all women; if not, if it will be available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43539/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a required medical product will be supplied to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43664/18]

2018-10-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied) with a view to extending the hours and finance being made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43720/18]

2018-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase investment in order for a centre (details supplied) to open 350 days per year; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42793/18]

2018-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of life-saving treatment here (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42841/18]

2018-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of staffing at an office (details supplied); his plans to increase staff at this location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42574/18]

2018-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to ease the waiting times for children waiting on assessments of need in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42615/18]

2018-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive a doctor's appointment closer to the location in which they live; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42654/18]

2018-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42657/18]

2018-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding for a person (details supplied) will be provided; his plans to enhance services for persons with Parkinson's disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42658/18]

2018-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting nearly three years for an appointment at Beaumont Hospital. [42078/18]

2018-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which response times have improved in counties Cavan and Monaghan with regard to the programme for partnership Government commitment to increase ambulances, EMTs and paramedics every year to improve response times; the increase in each achieved. [42136/18]

2018-10-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the home help hours for a person (details supplied) will be sanctioned immediately; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42327/18]

2018-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment of needs will be scheduled in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41599/18]

2018-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); the status of the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41610/18]

2018-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if two full-time positions will be provided for a service (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41616/18]

2018-10-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment in the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40895/18]

2018-10-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40946/18]

2018-10-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) will be refunded for medication the person purchased while the person's medical card was being reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41116/18]

2018-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40368/18]

2018-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); if a local placement in Castleblayney within the care pathway for this person will be arranged; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40369/18]

2018-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a club (details supplied) qualifies for the installation of a defibrillator; and if there is funding available for same. [40395/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of his plans to develop a service (details supplied); his further plans for investment in disability services at this site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40228/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the discussions that have taken place with an organisation (details supplied) in respect of setting up a centre in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40229/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a group home for persons with disabilities will open in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40233/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the HSE's waiting times for assessments of need for children; the steps he is taking to provide occupational therapy, psychology appointments and speech and language appointments in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40244/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children on the waiting list for occupational therapy in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the length of time each has been waiting; if measures are being introduced to ease the waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40246/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children on the waiting list for psychology appointments in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the length of time each has been waiting; if measures are being introduced to ease the waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40247/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of residential care places in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the number of persons on the waiting list for residential care in the counties; the estimated waiting time and cost per place for residential care in the counties; the way in which these figures compare to other counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40248/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if extra professionals will be provided to clear the backlog left following the vacancy of a person (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan up until May 2018. [40249/18]

2018-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works planned for a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40255/18]

2018-10-03

VOTE

Public Health (Alcohol) Bill 2015

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 reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 23–65

2018-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the initial three hours of home help allocated to a person (detailed supplied) in May 2018 have not been provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39755/18]

2018-10-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the status of the case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39953/18]

2018-09-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38734/18]

2018-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive a full-time bed in a facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38141/18]

2018-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38143/18]

2018-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38146/18]

2018-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for an operation for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38147/18]

2018-09-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an application by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37989/18]

2018-09-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a prescription for a person (details supplied); the date on which the items will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38004/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a case (details supplied); if his attention has been further drawn to the dangers involved; if an ambulance base will be established in Emyvale until works on the N2 are complete; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37410/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait so long to get an appointment with the Cavan Monaghan child development team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37443/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a response from the HSE (details supplied); his views on whether current waiting times for occupational therapy appointments in CHO1 are acceptable; if extra staff will be provided to clear the backlogs being experienced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37502/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for the procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37565/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for the procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37566/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a surgery appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37578/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if charges for dentist and bloods tests (details supplied) will be reviewed; the protocol in both cases; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37700/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if further investment in services (details supplied) at a hospital is planned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37799/18]

2018-09-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a pre-asssement appointment to a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37845/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of surgery for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35462/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to reduce the prescription charge further; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35476/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35670/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if changes to the market access system will be reviewed for new drugs (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35695/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35766/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and referred to the HSE to offer an appointment. [35769/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35774/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if the appointment will be scheduled urgently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35782/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if a local placement in Castleblayney within the care pathway can be ensured for this person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35783/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of the appointment; the position of the person on the waiting list at the Dublin Dental University Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35894/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if scoliosis patients who require surgery can avail of treatment elsewhere if they have been waiting more than 18 weeks; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35963/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35964/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [35965/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [35966/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a child (details supplied); the reason for the delay in appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35967/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of treatment being proposed for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36027/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding the provision of services at Monaghan Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36035/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36173/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36175/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE will allocate home help hours to a person (details supplied) when needed at weekends; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36176/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 159 of 30 May 2018, if his attention has been drawn to the fact that no contact has been made with the person regarding an upcoming appointment in August 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36197/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a process in the case of a person (details supplied) will be expedited by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36483/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the HSE's decision to cease respite services at a location (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the fact that this is the only centre providing this type of care in the town; the services taking its place; the reason this new service has been introduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36552/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on hospital trolleys in all hospitals in the Dublin north east region, including Cavan and Monaghan Hospital, in each month since 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36553/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds available in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the facilities in which they are located; the number of beds available in each; if they are full as at 31 August 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36554/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of respite beds available in counties Cavan and Monaghan in the past ten years, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36555/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when sonographers will be in place to provide anomaly scans at Cavan General Hospital; the timeline for the scan at the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36562/18]

2018-09-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacant posts in whole-time equivalent terms in the child and adolescent mental health services, CAMHS, for each CHO in tabular form. [36577/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a child (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32439/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for pre-assessment; the person's position on the waiting list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32516/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if there is a timeframe for pre-assessment; the position of the person on the list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32577/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a surgery appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32689/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33195/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of home help hours for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33206/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns in relation to a matter (details supplied); if he will meet a person and clarify their plan regarding the downgrading of Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33225/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33232/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of a new primary care centre in Monaghan town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33385/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a procedure for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33793/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the discussions that have taken place with an organisation (details supplied) in regard to setting up a centre in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the cost involved; the timeframe for delivery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33973/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for a home care support package by county, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33974/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons supported by the fair deal scheme and residing in a nursing home by county, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33975/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of CAMHS hours of service available by county, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33976/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of young persons on the waiting list for CAMHS services in counties Cavan and Monaghan at the end of December 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33977/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the long waiting times for funding for orthodontics to be approved by the HSE for persons with disabilities in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the waiting period for this type of funding in the counties in 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33978/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting a primary care psychology appointment in counties Cavan and Monaghan more than three, six, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33979/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of day places available for training young persons with disabilities by county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33980/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for home help hours in each county, by new applicants and those waiting for additional hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33981/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of short-term beds in each area in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the funding available to each area for service arrangements and grant aid agreements for older persons in community healthcare organisation 1 in each of the years 2016 to 2017 and to date in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33982/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which the HSE is designating home help hours to its external agency carers in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33983/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the home help hours allocated for counties Cavan and Monaghan from 2010 to 2018; the number of applications received in this period, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33984/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if extra full-time carer positions for the provision of home help hours in counties Cavan and Monaghan will be funded by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33985/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if concerns in relation to ambulance response times in north County Meath, particularly in the Drumconrath area, will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33987/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when carers are expected to receive a free general practitioners' visit card following the passing of legislation recently; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34069/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied) in relation to ambulance response times. [34080/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting a primary care psychology appointment in counties Cavan and Monaghan for three, six, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34336/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he will take to provide primary care psychology appointments to children in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34337/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of HSE outreach workers or outreach workers funded by the HSE in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and the areas that are covered by these persons. [34338/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of residential care places in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the number of persons on the waiting list for residential care in the counties; the estimated waiting time and cost per place for residential care in the counties; the way in which these figures compare with those for other counties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34339/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to create new places for residential care in counties Cavan and Monaghan; if not, the reason therefor; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34340/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be urgently reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34341/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 158 of 23 May 2018, if correspondence from a person (details supplied) in relation to same will be examined; the timeframe for the drug to be made available here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34349/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34350/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review and expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied) in Beaumont Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34526/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of projects (details supplied); if other similar projects are in the planning stages in counties Cavan, Monaghan or Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34622/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works planned for a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34623/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to invest in hospital services in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34655/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to address the ambulance response times in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; the latest response times available to him; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34700/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time cardiologists working between hospitals (details supplied); the number of days per week in each hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34701/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the areas that public health and district nurses in counties Cavan and Monaghan cover; if positions are vacant at present; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34751/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time cardiologists at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34752/18]

2018-07-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of vacancies (details supplied) unfilled or filled on a temporary basis in Cavan and Monaghan hospitals; and the details of each. [35080/18]

2018-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of treatment being proposed for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31635/18]

2018-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if concerns regarding the ambulance service raised by persons (details supplied) will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31812/18]

2018-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will increase ambulances, EMTs and paramedics each year with regard to the programme for partnership Government commitment to improve response times; the increase in each to date in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and the way in which response times have improved in the counties. [31954/18]

2018-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to upgrade Monaghan hospital and reintroduce its accident and emergency department; if his attention has been drawn to the concerns of the public due to the lack of the service and the delays in ambulance response times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32367/18]

2018-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if ambulances, emergency medical technicians, EMTs, and paramedics will be increased each year to improve response times with regard to the commitment in A Programme for a Partnership Government; the increase in each to date in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and the way in which response times have improved in the counties. [32368/18]

2018-07-11

PQ

Asked Business

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation her plans to remove the role of healthcare assistant from the ineligible categories of employment listing on a controlled basis. [31093/18]

2018-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review payments to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31332/18]

2018-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of a pre-assessment appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31530/18]

2018-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment sooner than 1 August 2018 will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31531/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a project (details supplied); the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30141/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 190 of 21 June 2018, if staff will be acquired to cover dental services in Virginia health centre; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that waiting lists are behind in County Cavan due to children from east County Cavan going to Cavan town for treatment (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30322/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30325/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an occupational therapy appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30338/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for investment in disability services at a site (details supplied) in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30792/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30816/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a timeframe has been set out for the delivery of a facility (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30817/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter (details supplied) will be reviewed; his plans to implement change in this sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30890/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the funding available for a meals-on-wheels service (details supplied) in order to acquire new equipment to provide this service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30918/18]

2018-07-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the importance of the provision of emergency care being available at Monaghan Hospital particularly in the case of a person (details supplied); his plans to enhance emergency services on site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31010/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a child (details supplied) will receive a dental appointment before the child commences secondary school; if an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28692/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28714/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of Parkinson's care at Cavan and Monaghan Hospital; the services available on both sites; his plans to introduce a nurse, particularly at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28861/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29133/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if all sonographers are in place to provide the anomaly scan at Cavan and Monaghan Hospital; the timeline for the provision of the scan on site in Cavan to all women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29143/18]

2018-07-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was not notified that a nursing home was no longer taking respite patients; the reason the person was turned away; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29310/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if urgent investment will be provided for hospital services in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28107/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to invest in Cavan and Monaghan hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28108/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment sooner than 1 August 2018 will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28419/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be examined; the reason for the delay in receiving an appointment; the status of the appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28519/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the discussions that have taken place with an organisation (details supplied) in relation to setting up a centre in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28524/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an officer (details supplied) is now in place; his plans to recruit additional staff to clear the backlog due to this position being vacant for a period of time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28533/18]

2018-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a review of procedures for issuing medical cards to persons with cancer as per the programme for partnership Government has been conducted; and if so, the findings and recommendations of same. [28552/18]

2018-06-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason respite services have been cut at a facility (details supplied); when they were cut; the location where persons are expected to receive respite in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28090/18]

2018-06-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of applications for respite made to a facility (details supplied) in each of the years 2010 to 2017 and to date in 2018; the number of those who received respite at the facility, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28116/18]

2018-06-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if hospital services in counties Cavan and Monaghan will be invested in; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28138/18]

2018-06-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27634/18]

2018-06-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27980/18]

2018-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the test results of a facility (details supplied); the impact this delay is having on the facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27257/18]

2018-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if delays in x-ray readings at a hospital (details supplied) will be addressed; if extra staff to clear the backlog will be allocated; the number of persons waiting to date; the number of weeks it is taking to turn results around; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27258/18]

2018-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no provision for dental care at a centre (details supplied); the reason the service has been removed; if it will be replaced; if so, when it will be replaced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27272/18]

2018-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 158 of 23 May 2018, the timeframe for the introduction of the drug; if the latest correspondence will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26314/18]

2018-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a residential place for a person (details supplied); if the case will be reviewed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26442/18]

2018-06-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the delivery of a home care package for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the reason for the delay in an organisation processing same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26448/18]

2018-06-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting so long for an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25768/18]

2018-06-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24453/18]

2018-06-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) is on the waiting list for a knee replacement at Our Lady's Hospital, Navan; the status of his or her appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24536/18]

2018-06-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24717/18]

2018-05-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) raised in correspondence will be reviewed; if advice will be offered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24006/18]

2018-05-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of attendances to a facility (details supplied) in each of the years 2010 to 2017 and to date in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24007/18]

2018-05-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will request the HSE and the National Ambulance Service to station an ambulance on a 24/7 basis at a health centre (details supplied) to ensure fast access to an ambulance in times of emergency during the construction work on the N2 between Corracrin and Emyvale (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24050/18]

2018-05-31

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his views on the concerns of communities in counties Cavan and Monaghan in relation to the North-South Interconnector particularly in relation to health, tourism, heritage and land and property devaluation; if the project will be undergrounded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24037/18]

2018-05-30

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will report on his discussions with the Department of Health on plans to place a defibrillator in all schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23862/18]

2018-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23855/18]

2018-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to place a defibrillator in all schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23863/18]

2018-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme cover for type 1 diabetes; if his attention has been drawn to the device and that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save the Exchequer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23866/18]

2018-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the timeframe for an assessment of need to be scheduled; and if an appointment will be expedited. [23890/18]

2018-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE's waiting times for assessment of need for children with disabilities will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23446/18]

2018-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the HSE's waiting times for assessment of need for children with disabilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23476/18]

2018-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment of need for a child (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23627/18]

2018-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23628/18]

2018-05-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23695/18]

2018-05-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a medical product will be supplied to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23005/18]

2018-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a query by a person (details supplied) regarding the fair deal scheme will be answered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22846/18]

2018-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22855/18]

2018-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [22871/18]

2018-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22874/18]

2018-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied) will be addressed; the reason the HSE has not met with the company in question; the position regarding the drug; the reason the HSE has not followed his direction on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22886/18]

2018-05-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if all women will receive free cervical smear check screenings from general practitioners in view of the latest controversy in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22034/18]

2018-05-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; and if an appointment will be expedited. [22111/18]

2018-05-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a child (details supplied) who was placed on the priority list for assessment and diagnosis in September 2017 will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22594/18]

2018-05-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a matter raised in correspondence by a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and responded to; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21912/18]

2018-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21639/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (detail supplied) will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20887/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [20888/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20955/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and an appointment scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21330/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the detail of the system for the provision of dental care in primary schools; the body which parents should contact regarding concerns of a lack of treatment (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21369/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the concerns of a person (details supplied) will be reviewed and addressed; if an alternative screening provision for repeat testing will be offered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21371/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21394/18]

2018-05-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a knee replacement for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21425/18]

2018-05-10

VOTE

Health Service Reform

✗ voted to reject an amendment to the bill motion failed · 48–77

2018-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20238/18]

2018-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a residential place for person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20268/18]

2018-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the group home for persons with disabilities will open in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19369/18]

2018-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of women in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath and nationally who had a cervical check through the national screening service in each year since 2008, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19370/18]

2018-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home care package for a person (details supplied) in order that they can return home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19189/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is a reimbursement option available to a person (details supplied) following a procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18552/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the introduction of the 20-week anomaly scan at Cavan General Hospital; if it is now open to all women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18914/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18917/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of results for a person (details supplied) following their appointment on 28 March 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18928/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive a full-time bed in Castleblayney, County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18954/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason he is refusing to meet with the family of a person (details supplied); if a meeting will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19046/18]

2018-05-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if additional resources for persons with a condition (details supplied) will be provided; the reason they cannot access the cross-Border directive for procedures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19048/18]

2018-04-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18520/18]

2018-04-25

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his views on the concerns of communities in counties Cavan and Monaghan about the North-South interconnector particularly in respect of health, tourism, heritage, land and property devaluation; if the project will be underground; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17846/18]

2018-04-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [18105/18]

2018-04-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 152 of 6 March 2018, if another appointment for a person (details supplied) will be arranged due to the fact that the MRI and nerve conducting studies are now complete; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18121/18]

2018-04-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had no follow-up appointment with CAMHS on a matter. [17438/18]

2018-04-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17884/18]

2018-04-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a child (details supplied) will be expedited with an organisation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17982/18]

2018-04-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the need for investment in regional hospitals and, in particular, the emergency department at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16830/18]

2018-04-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if delayed ambulance response times will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16831/18]

2018-04-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the appointment of a position (details supplied); the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17151/18]

2018-04-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason persons diagnosed with cancer are not automatically being granted a medical card to alleviate the financial burden and stress during their treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16995/18]

2018-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a surgical procedure for a person (details supplied); if a date for this appointment will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15294/18]

2018-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to implement a similar practice to that in Germany for the detection and treatment of Lyme disease; his further plans to improve follow up care for persons following diagnosis; his views on whether current training for doctors is adequate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16503/18]

2018-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works planned for a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16754/18]

2018-04-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department new attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2017 and to date in 2018 in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16767/18]

2018-03-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait to get an appointment with the Cavan-Monaghan child development team; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14519/18]

2018-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied) for an operation; if this appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14424/18]

2018-03-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an assessment of needs for a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; the timeframe for same; and if an early appointment will be provided. [13975/18]

2018-03-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for an orthopaedic outpatient appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14125/18]

2018-03-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting to get a scoliosis operation in Cappagh Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14135/18]

2018-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was given wrong information in hospitals. [13246/18]

2018-03-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is assistance or exemptions for persons (details supplied) struggling to pay prescription charges for their medication; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13498/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is a requirement of a psychiatric diagnosis for persons when seeking hormone replacement therapy; and if so, the reason this is deemed necessary. [11780/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are two physicians only willing to prescribe hormone replacement therapy here. [11781/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in each local health office area that are waiting for hormone replacement therapy; and the number waiting less than one year, one to two years and more than two years for same. [11782/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that a requirement of psychiatric diagnosis for hormone replacement therapy is viewed as offensive by the transgender community. [11783/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if general practitioner education on transgender healthcare will be rolled out nationwide. [11784/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the diagnostic model for hormone replacement therapy will be abolished. [11785/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has never been offered respite care; the reason routine hours are being changed by carers visiting the house each day; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12131/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a full-time bed for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12158/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the national lottery grant scheme 2018 will commence; the details of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12159/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [12160/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to put the relevant supports and pathway to care in place for persons with a condition (details supplied); the timeframe for same; his further plans to address the concerns outlined in correspondence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12167/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12215/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12418/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for a home care support package by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12667/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons supported by the fair deal scheme and residing in a nursing home by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12668/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of child and adolescent mental health service, CAHMS, hours of service available by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12669/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of young persons on the waiting list for child and adolescent mental health service, CAMHS, in counties Cavan and Monaghan at the end of December 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12670/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the long waiting times for funding for orthodontics to be approved by the HSE for persons with disabilities in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the waiting period for this type of funding in the counties in 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12671/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children awaiting a primary care psychology appointment in counties Cavan and Monaghan more than three, six, 12, 18, 24 and more than 36 months, respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12672/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of day places available for training young persons with disabilities by county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12673/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons waiting for home help hours in each county by new applicants and those waiting for additional hours; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12674/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of short-term beds in each area in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the funding available to each area for service arrangements and grant aid agreements for older persons in community health care organisation area 1, CHO1, in each of the years 2016 and 2017 and to date in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12675/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12722/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the reason the HSE has not met with the drug company in question; the position regarding this drug; the reason the HSE has not followed his direction in relation to this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12812/18]

2018-03-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for surgery for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; if an appointment will be scheduled sooner than December 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12887/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of plans to amend the fair deal scheme for farming families; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11203/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) can access a drug for his condition; if so, if he will be reimbursed for same; if it can be accessed under the cross-border health directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11363/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if nursing support for a person (details supplied) will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11422/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if nursing support for a person (details supplied) will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11423/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11424/18]

2018-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11425/18]

2018-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to abolish a grant (details supplied) in 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10437/18]

2018-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [10487/18]

2018-03-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10498/18]

2018-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be scheduled for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10226/18]

2018-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive an appointment for assessment of need; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9728/18]

2018-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home help allocation for a person (details supplied) will be reviewed; if the previous allocation will be restored; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9833/18]

2018-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a substitute dental nurse will be assigned (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9981/18]

2018-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position of a person (details supplied) on a waiting list for surgery; if an appointment for same will be expedited; if the person is eligible for treatment under the cross-border directive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9982/18]

2018-02-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) will be examined; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10084/18]

2018-02-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a required medical product will be supplied to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9080/18]

2018-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question Nos. 287 and 359 of 12 December 2017, if he has made decisions based on the findings by his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8859/18]

2018-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8885/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will request the HSE to expedite an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8193/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8215/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot receive an appointment in their local health centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8293/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting over a year for orthodontic treatment in a Drogheda hospital. [8315/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in County Cavan that are in receipt of personal assistance hours; the allocation of personal assistance hours to County Cavan; the steps the Health Service Executive is taking to ensure personal assistance services are consistently available nationwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8553/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position of a person (details supplied) on the waiting list for two rehabilitation units; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8633/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8707/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8772/18]

2018-02-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); if a date for this appointment will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8788/18]

2018-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a medical card for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7842/18]

2018-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the fair deal scheme will be amended for persons (details supplied); the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7918/18]

2018-02-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an occupational therapy appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on the fact that if this report is not made available to the school, this person will not have the supports they require for the upcoming junior certificate exams; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7968/18]

2018-02-14

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if his attention has been drawn to the concerns of communities in counties Cavan and Monaghan in regard to the North-South interconnector, in particular as regards health, land and property devaluation, tourism and heritage; his plans to underground the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7465/18]

2018-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7622/18]

2018-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be scheduled for a person (detail supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7366/18]

2018-02-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a case (details supplied) will be reviewed; if this is accurate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7389/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE's waiting times for assessment of need for children will be addressed. [6260/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a MRI appointment for a person (details supplied); and the position of the person on the waiting list at the dental hospital. [6498/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to request a machine (details supplied) for Cavan general hospital. [6499/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the RCSI hospital group has applied for funding for a new emergency department resuscitation area for Cavan general hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6500/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the status of same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6501/18]

2018-02-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); if this appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6568/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an orthodontic appointment for a person (details supplied); if he or she is eligible for the cross-border directive scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6124/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital in each of the years 2012 to 2017, and to date in 2018, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6262/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the waiting times for children waiting for orthodontic treatment will be addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6263/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of each new primary care centre (details supplied) at locations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6264/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to visit a hospital (details supplied) in the coming months to see the facilities on offer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6265/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the HSE's waiting times for assessment of need for children will be addressed. [6266/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which a person (details supplied) can have a defibrillator put up outside their practice; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6269/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); the financial assistance offered to general practitioners setting up new practices; the way in which they can apply for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6270/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to extend and invest in services at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6272/18]

2018-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his and the HSE's long-term plans for a hospital (details supplied); if there is a five year plan for this facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6273/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the introduction of anomaly scans at Cavan General Hospital; when the unit will open; the number of women who have accessed the service since its introduction; if all staff and equipment are now in place to roll out the service in full; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5429/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a medical card application by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5475/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons from each county that accessed treatment under the cross-border directive since 2013; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5481/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5525/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting over two years for an appointment at Beaumont Hospital [5546/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position of a person (details supplied) on the waiting list at Our Lady's Hospital, Navan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5687/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5784/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the case of a person (details supplied) can be reviewed and the details of their entitlements provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5916/18]

2018-02-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited with an organisation in view of the fact the person has been on the waiting list for two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5947/18]

2018-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a medical card for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5019/18]

2018-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if more full-time carer positions for the provision of home help hours in counties Cavan and Monaghan by the HSE will be funded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4748/18]

2018-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4794/18]

2018-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4032/18]

2018-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a person's (details supplied) procedures can be covered by the treatment abroad scheme when the procedure is not available here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4402/18]

2018-01-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme for type 1 diabetes; if his attention has been drawn to the device and that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4627/18]

2018-01-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a drug (details supplied) was used here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2889/18]

2018-01-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3291/18]

2018-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2394/18]

2018-01-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2404/18]

2018-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2327/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a resuscitation area has been developed in Cavan hospital emergency department in 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54398/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54436/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the reason the surgery was cancelled by the consultant two years ago and never rescheduled; if this person will have to apply to Northern Ireland for surgery; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54470/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting two years for a procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54511/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to allocate a free general practitioner card automatically to carers in 2018; the process and criteria involved; the timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54524/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for the extra €10 million in funding that is to be provided for respite care for persons with disabilities; the dedicated respite house that will benefit community health area one; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54526/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54900/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a home care package will be expedited for a person (details supplied); the reason for the delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54938/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for an assessment of need for a person (details supplied). [54963/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position of a person (details supplied) on the waiting list for two facilities; if an appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55009/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55221/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of appointments for two scans for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55224/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [55226/17]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for surgery for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be expedited; the reason for the five-year delay for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1381/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a primary care centre (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1595/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home support package for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1634/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a primary school dental appointment; if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1692/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1731/18]

2018-01-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the extra resources and supports being put into hospitals to deal with the latest outbreak of influenza; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1945/18]

2017-12-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [53539/17]

2017-12-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase funding for respite care across the country in an attempt to eliminate the pressures families are under, particularly in view of the postcode lottery system that currently exists with supports and services for family carers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53546/17]

2017-12-13

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment his views on the concerns of communities in counties Cavan and Monaghan in relation to the north south interconnector particularly in relation to health, land devaluation, property devaluation, tourism and heritage; if this project will be placed underground; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53383/17]

2017-12-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the charge for persons with a condition of haemochromatosis (details supplied) will be abolished; the hospitals that are charging at present; the reason they are charging the fee; the reason policy has changed on this routine procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [53138/17]

2017-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); if this appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51460/17]

2017-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the home support package for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51551/17]

2017-12-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of times the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service attended to a call in the Border counties; the days on which it attended these incidents; the counties in which the incidents took place, to date in 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51630/17]

2017-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [51259/17]

2017-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a surgical appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51288/17]

2017-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in opening a care association (details supplied); the timeframe for its occupancy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51289/17]

2017-11-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied); the reason for the refusal of the application by a charity for an education officer and information officer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50845/17]

2017-11-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter regarding the lack of dental treatment under the primary dental programme at a school (details supplied); his plans to address this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50846/17]

2017-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for cataract surgery by county, in tabular form; the length of time persons have been waiting; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50355/17]

2017-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if it will be referred to the HSE to offer an appointment. [50479/17]

2017-11-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for procedures (details supplied) by county, in tabular form; the timeframe for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50508/17]

2017-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49494/17]

2017-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an application for a mobility scooter by a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49532/17]

2017-11-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the delay in the provision of two scans for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [49544/17]

2017-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason an appointment scheduled for a person (details supplied) has been deferred for two months; if an earlier appointment will be facilitated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48451/17]

2017-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a development (details supplied); the timeframe for works; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48506/17]

2017-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48520/17]

2017-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48521/17]

2017-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to grant funding to extend and refurbish a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48522/17]

2017-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the increase in items (details supplied) to date in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and the way in which response times have improved in the counties. [48261/17]

2017-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is waiting on an assessment of needs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48270/17]

2017-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to increase funding to a facility (details supplied) for all courses; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that it is severely oversubscribed and has a lack of places as a result; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48324/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of preparatory works for a new primary care centre (details supplied) in County Monaghan; if a timeframe has been set out for its delivery; the funding that has been secured; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47757/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when persons (details supplied) will be moved back to a nursing home; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47768/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the fair deal scheme can be shared between a nursing home and the community for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47786/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce funding to provide for more dental teams to help cope with primary school check-ups in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48002/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 393 of 3 October 2017, if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); if a reply will issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48004/17]

2017-11-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of his commitment to increase ambulances, EMTs and paramedics each year with a view to improve response times as set out in the programme for Government; if he will detail the increase in each to date in 2017 in counties Cavan and in Monaghan and the way in which response times have improved in the counties. [48016/17]

2017-11-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to put a defibrillator in each school in the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [47434/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter in relation to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45881/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a home care package for a person (details supplied); the details of this home care package; the reason the person's physiotherapy has ceased; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45885/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to parliamentary question number 392 of 17 October 2017, if an application for a medical card by a person (details supplied) will be expedited in view of the fact that information provided in the previous application was omitted during processing; the timeframe for a decision to issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45983/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received their primary school dental appointment; his plans to review the matter; if this request will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46177/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the supports in place for those with epidermolysis bullosa, EB; the efforts being made to highlight the need for additional permanent EB outreach nurses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46544/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a centre (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46593/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the Life Saving Equipment Bill 2017 which provides specific penalties for those found to have damaged life-saving equipment such as defibrillators; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46619/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to provide more support for persons living with Parkinson's disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46622/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); if the provision of home tuition funding for early intervention will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46739/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review an assessment of need for a person (details supplied); and the timeframe for the assessment of need and an appointment. [46740/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline his plans to upgrade Monaghan Hospital and reintroduce its accident and emergency department; his views on the concerns of the public due to the lack of this service and delays in ambulance response times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46741/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline his plans to address the ambulance response times in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the latest response times available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46742/17]

2017-11-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to outline his plans to deal with the lack of services for persons with disabilities over 18 years of age in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46743/17]

2017-10-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will bring forward legislation making it mandatory to make a defibrillator available in each public building; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45411/17]

2017-10-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which he plans to reduce the long waiting times being experienced by children in counties Cavan and Monaghan who are in need of an assessment for occupational therapy. [45413/17]

2017-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the system for the provision of dental care in primary schools; the person or group that persons (details supplied) should contact regarding concerns of a lack of treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44874/17]

2017-10-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44955/17]

2017-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter (details supplied); the position of the person on the waiting list for the two rehabilitation units outlined; if the appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44130/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his Department has an input into the provision of dental services for primary school-going children (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43643/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied) and address the concerns of parents; his plans to enhance facilities or relocate these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43493/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43512/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a knee operation for a person (details supplied); if this appointment will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43521/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the supports available to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43580/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the assistance which can be provided to an organisation (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43585/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the measures he will take to address the concerns of a person (details supplied) about funding for basic standards of stroke care; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43596/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) cannot be added to a hip operation waiting list while they lose weight; if there is a specific weight criterion for this procedure; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43616/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a home care package for a person (details supplied); the detail of this home care package; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43687/17]

2017-10-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an application for a medical card by a person (details supplied) will be expedited; the timeframe for a decision to issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43936/17]

2017-10-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if figures are available with regard to the number of persons suffering with Parkinson's disease; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42944/17]

2017-10-10

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a hospital appointment will be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42243/17]

2017-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment for a person (details supplied) will be expedited; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the family are in the process of seeking medical attention in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42049/17]

2017-10-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited with an organisation for a person (details supplied) that has been on the waiting list for two years. [42052/17]

2017-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); if he will reconsider this decision not to fund Translarna; if he will address the points made by the persons affected; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41280/17]

2017-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when sonographers will be in place to provide anomaly scans at Cavan General Hospital; if he has set out a timeline for the provision of this scan on site at the hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41286/17]

2017-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); if so, the date for this appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41307/17]

2017-10-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if home tuition funding will be provided for early intervention for a person (details supplied) to assist their parents in making this person's life easier; if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the person's parents cannot not afford this support; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41570/17]

2017-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the waiting times for children waiting for orthodontic treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40766/17]

2017-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding introducing the 20-week maternity scan to Cavan General Hospital; the work which has been carried out to date; the timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40765/17]

2017-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason medical scientists and those in similar posts within the Saolta healthcare group are able to apply for inter-hospital transfers within the group but not to other HSE hospital posts outside of the group in view of the fact that recruitment for the entire HSE is handled centrally. [41048/17]

2017-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment will be expedited with an organisation (details supplied) for a person who has been on the waiting list for two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40188/17]

2017-09-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment with a charity can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40390/17]

2017-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received a primary school dental appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39154/17]

2017-09-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); the way this person was missed on the primary school dental scheme; if they can now be urgently seen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39271/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills the mental health and counselling positions in secondary education and the annual cost of same; the way in which these are provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37733/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills his plans to put in place a national catering standard for secondary schools to provide healthy food in the school cafeterias. [37734/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [36773/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if additional resources can be provided to improve ambulance response times in County Monaghan in view of the circumstances outlined in correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36875/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be expedited for a person (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the fact that the person is in the process of seeking medical attention in Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37052/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to upgrade Monaghan General Hospital and reintroduce its accident and emergency department; his views on the concerns of the public due to the lack of this service and delays in ambulance response times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37116/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the services available at Monaghan General Hospital; his plans to extend the opening hours of the minor injuries unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37117/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the introduction of the 20 week anomaly scan at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37118/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the fracture clinic slots at Drogheda were reduced for persons being referred from Cavan General Hospital (details supplied); if he will increase the time being provided to persons from counties Cavan and Monaghan attending Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37119/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of places available in each county under the community funded scheme (details supplied); and the waiting lists in each area to date in 2017 by county, in tabular form. [37148/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on the waiting list for a form of therapy (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37149/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount of funding in place for a primary care centre (details supplied) which will now be built at an alternative site to that announced a number of years ago; and if this funding is sufficient to complete the project. [37155/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) was refused home help; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37156/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a primary care centre first announced in 2013 for Monaghan town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37157/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of nurses employed by hospital over the past 12 months; the areas in which they were employed in each hospital, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37158/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the ear, nose and throat waiting lists for the RCSI hospital group; and the number of children and adults in the Cavan-Monaghan LHO area waiting one to six months, seven to 12 months, 13 to 24 months, 25 to 48 months and over 48 months. [37161/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will ensure extra home help hours are provided to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37394/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37417/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37418/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an operation for a person (details supplied); if he will expedite same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37419/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite an urgent assessment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37424/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the introduction of the 20 week anomaly scan at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37488/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37538/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme for type 1 diabetes; if his attention has been drawn to the device and the fact that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save the Exchequer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37614/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied). [37642/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the progress by his Department to accelerate early assessment and intervention for children with special needs. [37709/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the services available to support persons with mental health issues to secure accommodation and employment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37711/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the poor conditions facing persons attending emergency departments who are at risk of suicide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37712/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the funding for home help in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath for each of the past ten years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37713/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to make a provision for gambling addictions in the next HSE service plan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37714/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount of funding and services available in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath for young persons who use drugs and are addicted to drugs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37715/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount of additional funding his Department will provide to mental health services here and in particular Cavan, Monaghan and Meath. [37716/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the request for full-time residential care for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37717/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will intervene and provide funding and instruct the HSE to ensure the completion of the group home for women with physical and sensory disabilities in a location (details supplied). [37730/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status regarding the introduction of a procedure in a hospital (details supplied); if staff are in place to carry out this procedure; the timeframe for its introduction at this facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37864/17]

2017-09-11

PQ

Asked Employment

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Employment Affairs and Social Protection the way in which her Department is improving services for persons with disabilities and mental health issues in the Cavan, Monaghan and north Meath area. [37746/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Jobs

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Tánaiste and Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation the number of farm inspections carried out by the Health and Safety Authority by county in each of the years 2013 to 2016 and to date in 2017; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [35980/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address staffing shortages in hospitals which are putting staff under immense pressure; his plans regarding this issue at hospitals in the north east health region; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34961/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) regarding a medical card review; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34969/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if he will schedule an urgent appointment for a hip replacement; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35328/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the home help hours for counties Cavan and Monaghan in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35334/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of posts assigned to the Cavan-Monaghan paediatric occupational therapy services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35398/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of unfilled positions in the Cavan-Monaghan paediatric occupational therapy services; the length of time those positions have been unfilled; if approval to fill these posts has been provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35399/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is funding available to groups wishing to introduce defibrillators for communities in their area; his plans to introduce a funding stream for this piece of life-saving equipment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35435/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the greatest barriers to recruiting nurses for rural hospitals; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35445/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the recruitment of nurses for Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35451/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35455/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when it is open to a person to consider treatment in another jurisdiction and be reimbursed by the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35464/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the stage the free GP card for under sixes expires; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35468/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth 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. [35730/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on the hiring of persons (details supplied) to ease staffing issues at a hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35783/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will report on the recruitment of nurses and additional personnel at Cavan General Hospital and Monaghan hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35784/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the development of a new primary care centre in Monaghan town; if it cannot be built in front of Monaghan hospital, as originally planned, if the €9 million ring-fenced for this project in 2013 will be spent in County Monaghan; if these funds can be invested in Monaghan hospital if plans for a primary centre cannot go ahead at this site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35785/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had to wait on an orthodontic appointment and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35825/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); his plans to address the delays in regular dental developmental checks for primary school children here, in particular in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35989/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address an issue (details supplied); if he will ensure appropriate access to this essential service; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35999/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36046/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons that have applied for the fair deal scheme in each of the years 2010 to 2016 and to date in 2017 in counties Cavan and Monaghan, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36053/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan who were granted a place under the fair deal scheme in each of the years 2010 to 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36056/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the average number of home help hours the Health Service Executive, HSE, provided to persons in each county, in particular counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath in each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36057/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the details of a service (details supplied); his plans to increase funding in this area to provide more places nationally and particular in counties Cavan, Monaghan and Meath; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36105/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is not receiving the correct home help. [36136/17]

2017-07-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the cannabis access programme for cannabis-based treatments for qualifying persons (details supplied); when it will be in place; and if legislation will be required or if it can be put in place in advance of legislation being enacted [36250/17]

2017-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an appointment can be arranged for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33600/17]

2017-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a request for full-time residential care for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33641/17]

2017-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33692/17]

2017-07-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied). [34497/17]

2017-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a condition (details supplied) is covered under the long-term illness scheme or another scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32067/17]

2017-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32501/17]

2017-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 622 of 11 April 2017, if a person (details supplied) is on the occupational therapy priority waiting list; the way in which the person is being prioritised; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32603/17]

2017-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting for an assessment of needs for such a long period; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32731/17]

2017-07-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1292 of 20 June 2017, if additional support can be provided for a person (details supplied); and if he will advise if alternative solutions are available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32931/17]

2017-07-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding the hiring of staff for the provision of a service (details supplied). [31884/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appeal which has been submitted regarding a fair deal scheme application by a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30885/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when a person (details supplied) will receive an appointment for an assessment of need; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30946/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to a matter (details supplied); if he will intervene and increase the time being provided to persons from counties Cavan and Monaghan attending Drogheda; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31075/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of staffing at an office (details supplied); his plans to increase staff at this location; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31376/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of works planned for a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31377/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to upgrade or expand services at a hospital (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31378/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of ambulances on duty during the day and at night to facilitate counties Cavan and Monaghan in tabular form; the depot they are based at; and his plans to increase the provision of emergency ambulance cover in counties Cavan and Monaghan. [31379/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the ambulance waiting times, by county, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31380/17]

2017-07-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for orthodontic treatment for the north east, including counties Cavan and Monaghan similar to those outlined (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31381/17]

2017-06-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) and make an appointment available for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29522/17]

2017-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the waiting times for children waiting for orthodontic treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29061/17]

2017-06-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address hospital waiting times for persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan waiting on cataract procedures; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29062/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has had home care hours taken from them; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26589/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will examine the case of a person (details supplied); when the drug Tysabri will be made available to multiple sclerosis patients; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26785/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 430 of 21 February 2017, when a reply will issue from the HSE in view of the fact that no reply has issued to date (details supplied). [26894/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if the appointment can be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26920/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a company (details supplied) is owned by the State; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27199/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the case of a person (details supplied); the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27224/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied). [27489/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a place at a preschool can be expedited for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27763/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the concerns of a person (details supplied) regarding their child; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27777/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has received no home care or other help with their ADHD condition; and the help they can receive in the future. [28248/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children waiting on orthodontic procedures over three months, six months, one year and 18 months by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28275/17]

2017-06-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps he is taking to ease orthodontic waiting times for children in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28278/17]

2017-05-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 561 of 4 April 2017, the position regarding this matter; if the person (details supplied) is on a waiting list; if so, the position on same; if he will provide a timeframe from their appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26160/17]

2017-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason persons (details supplied) are still on the orthodontic treatment waiting list. [25309/17]

2017-05-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when home nursing support will be provided to a person (details supplied); if he will expedite same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26021/17]

2017-05-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a fair deal scheme application for a person (details supplied). [24866/17]

2017-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied) for an assessment. [24080/17]

2017-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the hiring of a consultant (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24102/17]

2017-05-23

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to help persons with multiple sclerosis (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24574/17]

2017-05-23

PQ

Asked Communications

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment if he will include the concerns of communities in counties Cavan and Monaghan in the terms of reference for the North-South interconnector, particularly about health, land devaluation, property devaluation, tourism and heritage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24569/17]

2017-05-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment; when an appointment will be scheduled; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22696/17]

2017-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an assessment yet; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22397/17]

2017-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22422/17]

2017-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of discussions regarding a premises (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22432/17]

2017-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a matter (details supplied). [22433/17]

2017-05-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the reimbursement for treatment abroad. [22466/17]

2017-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the traffic congestion concerns of persons regarding the chosen site for the new national children's hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21473/17]

2017-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the locations persons attending the new national children's hospital will park to attend outpatient appointments; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21474/17]

2017-05-09

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied). [22020/17]

2017-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to address the worrying trend of a lack of general practitioners in rural Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20450/17]

2017-05-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons under 16 years of age in the Cavan-Monaghan LHO area waiting one to six months, seven to 12 months, 13 to 24 months, 25 to 48 months and over 48 months for orthodontic treatment. [20245/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address a matter raised in correspondence (details supplied); if he will schedule the relevant assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20157/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the issues regarding services as raised in correspondence (details supplied); his plans to enhance these particular services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19516/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if an urgent appointment can be arranged for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19517/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 387 of 25 October 2016, if a consultant appointment and hip replacement will be expedited; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20039/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20122/17]

2017-05-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a drug is not being covered by a medical card for a person (details supplied); his plans to review these changes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20223/17]

2017-04-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of an appointment for a person (details supplied); if he will expedite this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18920/17]

2017-04-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the timeframe for an appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18944/17]

2017-04-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons on waiting lists for eye procedures, by county, in tabular form; the measures being taken to speed up waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19021/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address waiting times for persons who potentially may be diagnosed with Parkinson's disease to see a neurologist regarding changes to medication and diagnosis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17569/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that 12,000 persons are living with Parkinson's disease here; the reason there are only five specialist nurses to deal with the condition; his plans to increase services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17571/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason an association (details supplied) does not receive State funding; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17577/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a request for full-time residential care for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17682/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on an issue (details supplied); if there is anything being done at present by his Department to encourage more persons to carry organ donation cards; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18121/17]

2017-04-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if funding at present is allocated to services (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; his plans for investment in either county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18194/17]

2017-04-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied); if more hours can be provided at the hospital in Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17190/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address the excessive waiting times for primary school children accessing dental treatment; the detail of waiting lists in counties Cavan and Monaghan at present; the action being taken to clear these backlogs; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16012/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a matter (details supplied) and request that the HSE fills this position as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16080/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the current waiting time for the processing of medical card applications; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16260/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied) and schedule an urgent appointment for this person; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16283/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied). [16306/17]

2017-04-04

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review and organise an appointment in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16681/17]

2017-03-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment; if he will expedite this request; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15575/17]

2017-03-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for further investment at a training centre (details supplied); the services available there at present; the number of staff working at this facility currently; the staff that have been allocated in the past 12 months; his plans to increase staff at this facility; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15591/17]

2017-03-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); if a consultant appointment and hip replacement will be expedited in this case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14792/17]

2017-03-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not had their X-rays read and was informed that they would not be looked at any time soon. [12953/17]

2017-03-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans for the introduction of the anomaly scan at Cavan General Hospital; if it will be available full time at the hospital; the number of days per week it will be available at the hospital; the date for introduction of this service in the last quarter of 2017; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13189/17]

2017-03-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the works to be carried out at a health centre (details supplied) are significant; if it will affect the services provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13763/17]

2017-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to implement the 20 week anomaly scan on site at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11898/17]

2017-03-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to refurbish the emergency department at Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11839/17]

2017-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of his negotiations regarding the provision of the drug Orkambi; if there is a timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11730/17]

2017-03-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the delays in assessments for children attending school who have developmental issues and may require specialised support; the efforts being taken by him to clear this backlog; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10128/17]

2017-03-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not been granted a primary medical certificate. [10845/17]

2017-03-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has been waiting a significant length of time to receive a hospital appointment. [10844/17]

2017-02-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has to wait 12 months for an appointment. [9869/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Education

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Education and Skills the extra supports that are being put into schools to deal with an issue (details supplied); if he has met with the Minister for Health on this issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8579/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has no language or speech therapist. [8275/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the allocation made for the meals-on-wheels project in 2016 by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8347/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the allocation made for the meals-on-wheels project in 2017 by county in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8348/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans regarding the cost being incurred by coeliacs on food; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8349/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the outpatient waiting times for the RCSI hospital group for each of the years 2011 to 2016 and to date in 2017 broken down by treatment and in wait time bands of up to three months, six months, 12 months, 15 months, 18 months, two years and more than two years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8350/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of emergency department attendances at Cavan General Hospital for each of the years 2012 to 2016 and to date in 2017, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8352/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons from counties Cavan and Monaghan waiting on the public waiting list for hip operations; the hospital they are waiting for this procedure at; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8353/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the extra supports that are being put into schools to deal with an issue (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8578/17]

2017-02-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the steps his Department is taking regarding the impending nursing strike; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8583/17]

2017-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review correspondence (details supplied); if he will schedule the relevant assessment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6736/17]

2017-02-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no occupational therapist on a child development team (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6666/17]

2017-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on correspondence (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5509/17]

2017-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a unit (details supplied) at St James's Hospital; if funding is still in place for this unit; the timeframe for its delivery; the status of the hiring of the multidisciplinary team and specialists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5967/17]

2017-02-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an update or an appointment for their child. [6006/17]

2017-02-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 216 of 25 January 2017, the reason the anomaly scan cannot be introduced as a matter of urgency at Cavan General Hospital in view of the fact all equipment is in place; the efforts being made to hire the relevant staff to ensure this scan will be offered on site at Cavan General Hospital; if a meeting with him can be arranged urgently on this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4962/17]

2017-02-02

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will arrange to meet a person (details supplied) to discuss various issues pertaining to their case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4963/17]

2017-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when the anomaly scan will be made available on site at Cavan General Hospital. [4263/17]

2017-02-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the regional maternal foetal medicine service for the RCSI hospital group. [4264/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide statistics in relation to maternity units (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3832/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3838/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if visiting times at Cavan General Hospital can be extended (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4064/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the list of services on offer at a hospital (details supplied); if there is room to utilise more of this building; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4144/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to provide enhancements to services at a hospital (details supplied); if enhancements have been implemented on site in the past 12 months; if additional staff have been acquired; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4149/17]

2017-01-31

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment for surgery. [4352/17]

2017-01-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will arrange a meeting with this Deputy to discuss the implementation of the anomaly scan at Cavan General Hospital. [3361/17]

2017-01-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will meet with a person (details supplied) to discuss various issues pertaining to their case; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3415/17]

2017-01-24

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason there is no publicly funded speech therapist in Cootehill town (details supplied); the date for the refilling of this post; the options for families attending this facility for speech and language in the meantime; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2717/17]

2017-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status for the delivery of the anomaly scan on site at Cavan General Hospital; if there is a timeframe for when this type of scan will be available on site at Cavan General Hospital to expectant mothers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2333/17]

2017-01-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to have the provision of home care by families included in the fair deal scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2335/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received registration to start working as a midwife in Cavan General Hospital. [1377/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the position concerning a scenario (details supplied) in Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1445/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the expected additional number of nurses and midwives the HSE expects to hire in the Cavan and Monaghan Hospital group following the Christmas recruitment drive; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1451/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the plans in place to replace general practitioners in rural Ireland who are coming close to retirement age; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1461/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the way in which the HSE is designating home help hours to its external and agency carers in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1464/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for persons waiting on the allocation of home help hours in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1465/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will request the HSE to intervene to ensure that treatment is received in Northern Ireland in relation to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1467/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a unit (details supplied) in Cavan General Hospital; if a date for opening this unit has been set; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1560/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide access to an out-of-hours child and adolescent mental health service team in counties Cavan and Monaghan as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1564/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the provision of a drug (details supplied) at local pharmacies has changed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1628/17]

2017-01-17

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a dispute (details supplied); if there is any indication of a resolution; the number of beds affected in this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1803/17]

2016-12-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will schedule an appointment for a person (details supplied) without delay; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40542/16]

2016-12-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of negotiations on the drug, Orkambi; the other countries he has been liaising with on this; if they responded to him yet on acquiring this drug; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40400/16]

2016-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an urgent appointment; if an appointment can be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39620/16]

2016-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a medical appointment in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39668/16]

2016-12-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an urgent appointment for cataract removal; if an appointment can be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39768/16]

2016-12-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons in counties Cavan and Monaghan that were granted a place under the fair deal scheme from 2010 to date in 2016, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39162/16]

2016-12-07

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme cover for type 1 diabetes; if his attention has been drawn to the device and that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save the taxpayer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39103/16]

2016-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38319/16]

2016-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount spent across departments on agency staff by the Cavan and Monaghan hospital group in 2016 to date in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38535/16]

2016-12-06

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a site has been chosen for the primary care centre in Carrickmacross; if so, the timeline for works commencing; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38553/16]

2016-12-06

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if it is compulsory or lawful for a nursing home to charge families a €20 recreational fee; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38678/16]

2016-12-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite an appointment in respect of a person (details supplied); if a timeframe will be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38759/16]

2016-12-01

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a preferred site has been selected for a centre (details supplied); if he will provide a step by step programme for this project; the timeframe for this project to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38147/16]

2016-12-01

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a centre (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38148/16]

2016-11-30

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a recruitment process (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37908/16]

2016-11-30

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of the provision of respite beds at a unit (details supplied) in County Cavan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37909/16]

2016-11-29

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a private contractor has been appointed to deal with a matter (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36949/16]

2016-11-17

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children waiting for orthodontic treatment through the national school programme in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the length of time they have been waiting on their assessment and appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35528/16]

2016-11-17

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if services provided at a centre (details supplied) will be enhanced, invested in and developed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35530/16]

2016-11-17

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of beds available at a centre (details supplied); the number that are occupied at present; if there is space for further beds; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35537/16]

2016-11-17

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will meet with a group (details supplied) in relation to palliative care services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35609/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the funding in place for a project (details supplied) in counties Cavan and Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35314/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of persons who have applied for the fair deal scheme from 2010 to 2016 to date in counties Cavan and Monaghan, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35304/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if further efforts are being made to fill the positions of consultant child psychiatrists here following a failure by the HSE to fill these positions despite advertising; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35308/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the current waiting time for carer's allowance and carer's benefit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35316/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the current waiting time for a medical card application to be processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35317/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the criteria and procedure for applying for a disabled parking permit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35324/16]

2016-11-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the trouble the HSE is having in recruiting key essential professionals within the health service in counties Cavan and Monaghan; his views on these difficulties; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35390/16]

2016-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 383 of 11 October 2016, if the detail of a location (details supplied) will be forwarded to the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34676/16]

2016-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 383 of 11 October 2016, if the detail of a location (details supplied) will be forwarded to the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34678/16]

2016-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 383 of 11 October 2016, if the detail of a location (details supplied) will be forwarded to the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34680/16]

2016-11-15

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the process for suitable sites for a primary care centre or other health facility to be submitted to the HSE; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34905/16]

2016-11-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide parents in counties Cavan and Monaghan an update regarding the delay in providing the BCG vaccine; if their babies are at risk of TB due to this; if it will become a routine vaccine again when stocks are restored; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33430/16]

2016-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a condition (details supplied) is not classed as a disability when trying to obtain a primary medical certificate; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33063/16]

2016-11-03

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to previous parliamentary questions if a person's appointment and hip replacement will be expedited (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33099/16]

2016-10-26

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there are proposed plans (details supplied) at Cavan General Hospital; if he will address specific concerns about this matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32173/16]

2016-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite an operation in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31475/16]

2016-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment for a procedure; if it will be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31486/16]

2016-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if there is a timeframe as to when a drug (details supplied) will have gone through the National Centre for Pharmacoeconomics, NCPE, process; when it is likely to be on the Irish market; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31622/16]

2016-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment for an operation; if a timeframe will be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31975/16]

2016-10-25

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the regional maternal foetal medicine service for the RCSI hospital group will still see full maternity services being retained as they are at all hospitals, including Cavan General Hospital, within the RCSI hospital group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31986/16]

2016-10-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the measures that are being introduced to address the issue of substance abuse following an incident (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31357/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the cuts which have been imposed on a day care centre (details supplied); the reason these cuts have taken place; if staff were notified of the downgrading of services; the services on offer to service users at present in tabular form; his plans to increase day care at the centre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30295/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in introducing the 20-week maternity scan into Cavan General Hospital; the action taken to date; if there is a timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30298/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in introducing the 20-week full detailed anatomy scan into Cavan General Hospital; the action taken to date; if there is a timeframe its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30299/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for children for assessment of need in counties Cavan and Monaghan in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30829/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for children for speech and language therapy in counties Cavan and Monaghan in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30830/16]

2016-10-18

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the waiting times for children for occupational therapy in counties Cavan and Monaghan and throughout the country in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30831/16]

2016-10-13

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a drug (details supplied) to the Irish market; if there is a timeframe for same; if not, the reason; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30115/16]

2016-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29379/16]

2016-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to plans to build a primary care centre in Carrickmacross, County Monaghan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29390/16]

2016-10-11

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if a general practitioner with a contract for a rural area is not turning up to facilitate the clinics at the agreed times, the follow-up action which is being taken; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29534/16]

2016-10-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide details of waiting times for the 20-week anomaly scan for expectant mothers in all hospitals that provide this scan, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29053/16]

2016-10-06

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if five additional beds allocated to Monaghan hospital in 2013 have been opened; if not, the reason for this; if there are plans for additional allocation of beds to ease pressure on Our Lady of Lourdes in Drogheda and Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29069/16]

2016-09-29

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a medical appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27800/16]

2016-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will provide a breakdown of maternity units which provide the anomaly scan at 20 weeks for expectant mothers, in tabular form; if he will provide a list of hospitals with maternity units which do not have the anomaly scan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27558/16]

2016-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the status of a dental appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27562/16]

2016-09-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will review a case (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27681/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

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Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce a device (details supplied) under the long-term illness scheme cover for type 1 diabetes; if he is aware of the device and that it has been introduced in the UK; if research has been carried out on the amount it could save the taxpayer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26674/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children on the waiting list for occupational therapy in counties Cavan and Monaghan; the length of time they have been waiting; if measures are being introduced to ease the waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26757/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a dental appointment for a person (details supplied); his plans to ensure persons get seen in primary school for the primary dental scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27213/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the position regarding a primary dental appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on how to ensure persons are seen in primary school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27282/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in introducing the 20-week maternity scan at Cavan General Hospital; the progress to date and timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27352/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the RCSI hospital group has not approved the personnel to introduce the 20-week maternity scan at Cavan General Hospital. [27353/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason the RCSI hospital group has not approved the necessary personnel to introduce the 20-week full detailed anatomy scan at Cavan General Hospital. [27473/16]

2016-09-27

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in introducing the 20-week full detailed anatomy scan at Cavan General Hospital; the work done on this to date; if there is a timeframe for its introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27474/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will expedite a hospital appointment for a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24415/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount of funding which has been allocated to mental health in the Cavan Monaghan Hospital Group for 2016; the new services planned for introduction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24471/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the detail on cuts that have been imposed at a day care centre (details supplied); the reason these cuts have taken place; if staff were notified of the downgrading of services; the services on offer to service users at present; his plans to increase day care at this unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24975/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in receiving an appointment in the case of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25093/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) is continuing to wait on an assessment when it states in correspondence that the HSE is in breach of its own legislation. [25480/16]

2016-09-16

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns by a person (details supplied) regarding the availability of vaccinations for children at present here; if a catch-up programme is being planned by Government for children who miss out; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25924/16]

2016-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health further to the reply in Parliamentary Question No. 626 of 12 July 2016, if a person (details supplied) is eligible for the treatment purchase fund; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23486/16]

2016-07-21

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his plans to tackle obesity among school children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23559/16]

2016-07-20

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health when or if his Department will utilise section 6(1) of the Ministers and Secretaries (Amendment) Act 1939 to confirm a new title for his Department; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23350/16]

2016-07-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the amount spent across departments on agency staff by the Cavan Monaghan Hospital Group in 2016 to date in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21991/16]

2016-07-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) has not received an appointment for a procedure; if a time can be arranged as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22236/16]

2016-07-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to schedule an appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on measures which can be taken to ensure persons get seen in primary school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22396/16]

2016-07-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health his views on proposals to remove trauma treatment from nine hospitals, including Cavan General Hospital, and the impact this could have on emergency departments. [21813/16]

2016-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if it is acceptable to allow an eight year old child who is deaf in one ear and partially deaf in the other wait two years on the public waiting list for an ear, nose and throat appointment within the Cavan and Monaghan Hospital Group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20601/16]

2016-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why the only specialised sarcoma consultant (details supplied) here is being let go; the person who will look after the approximate 300 patients currently under this consultant; what is their qualifications to do so; the person responsible for the national centre of excellence for sarcoma based in St. Vincent's hospital; the way they propose to deal with future cases of sarcoma; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20455/16]

2016-07-12

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a person (details supplied) has not received an urgent appointment; if he will arrange an appointment as soon as possible; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21311/16]

2016-07-12

PQ

Asked Agriculture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine to outline the provisions and regulations open to authorities to cull animals that pose a health and safety risk on public roads; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21050/16]

2016-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of children who are on the waiting list and the length of time they are waiting in schools in County Cavan and County Monaghan under the primary dental scheme in tabular form; if he is introducing measures to speed up waiting times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19143/16]

2016-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if five additional beds allocated to Monaghan Hospital in 2013 have been opened yet; if not, the reason for this; his plans for additional allocation of beds to ease pressure on Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and Cavan General Hospital; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19586/16]

2016-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) who solely specialises in sarcoma cannot be retained in St. Vincent's Hospital in Dublin; the proposed timeframe for appointments to be made specifically for consultants who specialise in sarcoma; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19587/16]

2016-07-05

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of staff employed in his Department's archive unit in each of the years 2010 to 2016 to date, in tabular form; his plans to expand this number; if there are protocol changes arising from changes to the National Archive Acts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19618/16]

2016-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the design challenges for the new primary care centre in Monaghan have been overcome; if the €9 million ring-fenced for this project in 2013 will be spent in Monaghan if it cannot be built in front of Monaghan General Hospital, as originally planned; if this money can be invested in Monaghan General Hospital if plans for primary centre cannot go ahead at this site; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18019/16]

2016-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he will schedule an appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on what can be done to make sure persons get seen in primary school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18126/16]

2016-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to schedule an appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on what can be done to make sure persons get seen in primary school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18131/16]

2016-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health to schedule an appointment for a person (details supplied); his views on what can be done to make sure persons get seen in primary school; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18175/16]

2016-06-28

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why the only specialised sarcoma consultant (details supplied) is being let go; the qualifications of the person who will look after this consultant's 300-odd patients; the person who will be responsible for the national centre of excellence for sarcoma based in St. Vincent's Hospital in Dublin 4; how he proposes to deal with future cases of sarcoma; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18380/16]

2016-06-22

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if it is acceptable to allow a person (details supplied) to wait two years on the public waiting list for an ear, nose and throat appointment within the Cavan and Monaghan hospital group; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [17458/16]

2016-06-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if he met with the Health Service Executive regarding the deaths of two babies at Cavan General Hospital in May 2016; when these investigations will be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15873/16]

2016-06-14

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the reason for the delay in opening the new health centre in Mullagh, Cavan town; when he will open it; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15979/16]

2016-06-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health if the staffing deficits for obstetricians and midwives, identified in the 2015 review of maternity services at Cavan Monaghan Hospital, have been addressed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14403/16]

2016-06-08

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health the number of full-time obstetricians employed at Cavan General Hospital; the number of locum obstetricians in place; the number of midwives employed; and the midwife to birth ratio, for each of the years 2011 to 2015 and in 2016 to date, in tabular form. [14404/16]

2016-05-31

PQ

Asked Agriculture

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the number of prosecutions to date under the Animal Health and Welfare Act 2013; the number of prosecutions initiated for illegal puppy farming; the outcomes of same; and his future plans in the area. [13181/16]

2016-05-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why children who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and who have previously received support from Enable Ireland have to go through the process of being on waiting lists without being able to access services upon transfer to the Health Service Executive provided services on their sixth birthday; if he will reform this process.; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10983/16]

2016-05-19

PQ

Asked Health

Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Health why a child (details supplied) has to be put on a waiting list for speech and language services and occupational therapy services by the Health Service Executive despite having a formal diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder and having previously been in receipt of such services by Enable Ireland prior to the sixth birthday. [10984/16]