asked the Minister for Health if in view of the recent press reports concerning the dangers associated with particular brands of contraceptive pills, he proposes to take any action in the matter.
Written Answers. - Contraceptive Pills Dangers.
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I have asked the National Drugs Advisory Board—the body specially set up to advise the Minister for Health on the safety, quality and efficacy of medicinal products—for its views on the findings and recommendations contained in the recently published report of the committee set up by the Executive of the Irish Medical Association to advise on the hazards and side effects of ovulation suppressants. When I receive the board's views I shall take any action that may be necessary.