Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 7 November 2019
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Vaccination Programme
153. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if it will be clarified to parents who are signing consent forms for children who are receiving the HPV vaccine Gardasil 9 that it is a black triangle medical product; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45905/19]
View answerThe HSE National Immunisation Office is responsible for managing vaccine procurement and distribution, developing training and communication materials for the public and health professionals. All vaccines administered through the Primary Childhood Immunisation Schedule and School Immunisation Programme are provided free of charge.
As the question relates to a service matter, it has been referred to the Health Service Executive for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.
