Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 21 Apr 1999

Vol. 503 No. 4

Written Answers. - Orthodontic Services.

Michael Ring

Question:

133 Mr. Ring asked the Minister for Health and Children the reason a person (details supplied) in County Mayo was discharged from the Western Health Board orthodontic waiting list in view of the fact her dentist confirmed on three occasions the need for proper orthodontic treatment. [10521/99]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Cowen):

As the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in County Mayo is the statutory responsibility of the Western Health Board I have asked the Chief Executive Officer of the Western Health Board to investigate the position in relation to this case and to reply to the Deputy directly as a matter of urgency.