Liz McManus
Question:162 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Health and Children the action, if any, he will take on the widespread use of the disinfectant glutaraldehyde in hospitals in view of its association with serious respiratory illnesses, brain damage and a dysfunctional immune system; the reason it has continued to be used in hospitals in spite of official knowledge of its dangers; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5646/00]