Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 November 2008
313 Deputy Jan O’Sullivan asked the Minister for Health and Children if she has received a letter from an organisation (details supplied); if she will address the issue raised in their letter regarding the National Centre for Medical Genetics whereby certain tests for people with genetic and rare disorders can no longer be provided; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [39917/08]
View answerI received correspondence from the Genetic and Inherited Disorders Organisation which was referred by my Department to the Health Service Executive for examination and direct reply. I understand that a reply issued to the Organisation from the Executive.
The National Centre for Medical Genetics seeks to provide a comprehensive service for all patients and families in the Republic of Ireland affected by or at risk of genetic disorder. The Centre is based at and funded by Our Lady's Children's Hospital, Crumlin and provides a service for both children and adults.
My Department has asked the Parliamentary Affairs Division of the Executive to reply directly to the Deputy on the other issues raised.
