Health Services Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 September 2014

Wednesday, 17 September 2014

Questions (890)

Michael McGrath

Question:

890. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Health the number of children in Cork city and county who are awaiting an appointment with the community ophthalmic physician having been referred by the school health services; the number waiting more than six months, more than 12 months, more than 18 months, and more than 24 months for such an appointment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33373/14]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

Community Optometric Services are provided by the Health Service Executive (HSE). The HSE has therefore been asked to examine this matter and to reply to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Question No. 891 answered with Question No. 850.

Question No. 892 answered with Question No. 844.