Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 16 January 2013
997. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health if he will support the 120 cystic fibrosis patients that use Temple Street Hospital, Dublin; and if he will provide the need for physiotherapy and dietician services [58155/12]
View answerI am fully aware of the challenges facing cystic fibrosis patients in managing their condition and of the need to support these patients and their families. I am committed to providing the best possible health service and will continue to work with the HSE to ensure the best possible outcomes for these patients.
Services in Dublin for children with Cystic Fibrosis are provided at Crumlin, Tallaght and Temple Street Hospitals. A new dedicated Respiratory and CF unit was opened in Temple Street in June 2010 providing state of the art facilities for children with respiratory disorders, their families and staff. It includes a lung function laboratory with the most up to date equipment, spacious patient treatment rooms and outpatient clinic rooms. The National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Laboratory is also located in Temple Street and newborn screening for Cystic Fibrosis, introduced in July 2011, is an integral component of the National Newborn Bloodspot Screening Programme.
In relation to the specific query raised by the Deputy, as this is a service matter I have asked the HSE to respond to the Deputy directly on the matter.
