Brian O'Shea
Question:194 Mr. O'Shea asked the Minister for Health and Children the increase, if any, there has been in the waiting lists for elderly public patients in the Waterford area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10631/98]
Vol. 490 No. 5
194 Mr. O'Shea asked the Minister for Health and Children the increase, if any, there has been in the waiting lists for elderly public patients in the Waterford area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10631/98]
I have been informed by the South Eastern Health Board that the position in relation to waiting lists for older people in the Waterford area is as follows:
Numbers at 31-3-97 |
Numbers at 31-3-98 |
|
Assessment and Rehabilitation |
14 |
17 |
Extended Care |
6 |
13 |
Total |
20 |
30 |