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Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022

Thursday, 8 September 2022

Questions (1685)

Matt Shanahan

Question:

1685. Deputy Matt Shanahan asked the Minister for Health the number of applications for Freestyle Libre that were submitted by individual hospitals for persons with diabetes over 21 years of age; the number that were approved; the number that were refused in each of the years 2017 to 2021, in tabular form; if there are plans to remove the age restriction on Freestyle Libre; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42666/22]

Written answers

Minister for Health

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicines and medical goods, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. The HSE also has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community health schemes. Therefore, this matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy, as soon as possible.