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Dáil Éireann debate -
Tuesday, 4 Feb 2003

Vol. 560 No. 3

Written Answers. - Hospital Services.

Jerry Cowley

Question:

305 Dr. Cowley asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to the continuing hardship for Mayo people due to the cessation of x-ray services at the Ballina District Hospital which is affecting people's rights to good health; if his attention has further been drawn to the fact that only ?140,000 is necessary to sort out the problem; in view of the small amount of money involved, the reason this has not been rectified; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2310/03]

The provision of medical services including the replacement of radiology equipment at Ballina District Hospital is the responsibility of the Western Health Board. Repairs and replacement of equipment is usually carried out by boards from within their annual determination.

The board has advised my Department it is exploring all possible options for a temporary solution to maintain services.

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