Diabetes Strategy

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 December 2018

Tuesday, 4 December 2018

Questions (348)

Louise O'Reilly

Question:

348. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Health the estimated cost of diabetes related illnesses to the health service each year; the amount the health service spends on diabetes prevention and management; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50315/18]

Written answers

Minister for Health

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