Vol. 506 No. 6
65 Ms McManus asked the Minister for Health and Children the reason some health boards do not allow free medication for blood pressure and high cholesterol for diabetics; if he will ensure uniformity of provision; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16057/99]
Under the Health Act, 1970, a health board may make arrangements for the supply without charge of drugs, medicines or medical and surgical appliances to persons suffering from a prescribed disease or disability of a permanent or long-term nature. Diabetes mellitus and diabetes insipidus are among the prescribed conditions covered in this scheme. The operation of the scheme is primarily a matter for the relevant health board.
