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Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 April 2025

Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Questions (885)

Seán Canney

Question:

885. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Health when weight loss drugs will be made available to people on medical cards as those struggling to lose large amounts of weight, but who do not have diabetes, would benefit significantly from the availability of this medication; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [16664/25]

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Written answers

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on the pricing and reimbursement of medicines and medical devices; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

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