Dáil Éireann díospóireacht -
Wednesday, 7 Nov 2001

Vol. 543 No. 3

Written Answers. - Fluoride Research Project.

Jimmy Deenihan

Ceist:

126 Mr. Deenihan asked the Minister for Health and Children if a major research project measuring fluoride ingestion in the population is being carried out at the Oral Health Services Research Centre, UCC; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27159/01]

Minister for Health and Children (Mr. Martin):

A research project on fluoride delivery systems is under way at the Oral Health Services Research Centre and includes an investigation into fluoride intake in the Irish population. This project is due to conclude at the end of next year.