asked the Minister for Health if he is aware of the plight of a young child (details supplied) in Dublin 12, who is in urgent need of a liver transplant which would be carried out in the United States and which would cost £100,000; if his Department will assist in financing this operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Child's Liver Transplant Operation.
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This is a matter for consideration in the first instance by the Eastern Health Board. I am aware that the health board are at present considering a request for financial assistance in relation to this case. I will, of course, give sympathetic consideration to any proposals the health board may put to me on this matter.