Anne Rabbitte
Question:432. Deputy Anne Rabbitte asked the Minister for Health his genomics strategy for Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43593/19]
View answerTuesday, 22 October 2019
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Ireland currently does not have a genomic strategy. The Department is aware of the significant opportunities and benefits afforded by genetic and genomic research. The key objective for the Department is to ensure that Ireland develops a comprehensive national policy or strategy which ensures that we respond to these opportunities and also overcome the not insignificant challenges of implementing a genomic medicine programme in a health service delivery context. The ultimate goal is for genomic medicine to benefit individuals, the healthcare system and society.