Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 March 2019
791. Deputy Jan O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health his views on the activities of a centre (details supplied); his further views on the provision of ultrasound services by persons without appropriate training; his plans to address same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13501/19]
View answerAs the centre referred to by the Deputy does not provide services for or on behalf of the Health Service Executive, I am not in a position to respond to the question.
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