Dáil Éireann Debate, Friday - 16 September 2016
1243. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding the lack of scanning services for pregnant women; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25397/16]
View answer1389. Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked the Minister for Health if he has requested a report by the HSE and the relevant hospitals on a case that was recently reported in the media (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25914/16]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 1243 and 1389 together.
At the outset, I offer my sincerest condolences to the family involved in this case. While I can confirm that University Hospital Kerry has an ultrasonography service and provides anatomy scans if clinically indicated, I cannot comment on individual cases. The Deputy will appreciate that I have a limited role in such cases and do not have access to individual patient files or personal information.
Under the Health Act 2004, the Health Service Executive (HSE) is required to manage and deliver, or arrange to be delivered on its behalf, health and personal social services. In relation to the specific queries raised by the Deputies, as these are service matters I have asked the HSE to respond to you directly.
