Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 June 2014
96. Deputy Charlie McConalogue asked the Minister for Health his plans to realise an amendment to the Health Act of 1970 that will legally entitle any child diagnosed with a serious illness or congenital condition to a full medical card for the duration of their illness; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23983/14]
View answerThe Cabinet Committee on Health met last week and decided to develop the policy framework governing eligibility in a manner that will also take account of medical conditions. The process will include the development of a new legislative framework, as necessary. The HSE will establish an expert panel to examine the range of conditions that should be brought into consideration.
