Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 March 2015
441. Deputy Seán Kyne asked the Minister for Health his plans to lead or lend support to a public information campaign to make persons aware of the range of services available at their local pharmacies, which would lead to quicker outcomes for some persons and reduce pressure on emergency departments. [9331/15]
View answerThe development of primary care services is an essential component of the health reform process. In a developed primary care system up to 95% of people's day to day health and social care needs can be met in the primary care setting. Pharmacy services are well placed within the community to provide essential health advice and to support effective care at the lowest level of complexity and in a cost-effective manner. The use of publicity campaigns by pharmacists to promote the use of their services in that context are welcomed.
