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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 25 October 2023

Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Questions (178)

Danny Healy-Rae

Question:

178. Deputy Danny Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health the reason vitamins and supplements are not covered by the medical card scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46809/23]

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Written answers

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has statutory responsibility for pricing and reimbursement decisions under the community schemes, in accordance with the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013. Therefore, this matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

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