Medical Aids and Appliances Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 13 July 2017

Thursday, 13 July 2017

Questions (931)

Bobby Aylward

Question:

931. Deputy Bobby Aylward asked the Minister for Health if the freestyle libre, a sensor for monitoring blood sugars for sufferers of diabetes, will be made available on the GMS and long-term illness card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34805/17]

Written answers

Minister for Health

As this is a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for direct reply to the Deputy.