Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 May 2004
128 Mr. G. Mitchell asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will arrange for a person (details supplied) in Dublin 7 to urgently obtain orthodontic treatment; if he will state if this young person would qualify for the national purchase scheme if they are unable to obtain treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12789/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraResponsibility for the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in Dublin 7 rests with the Eastern Regional Health Authority. My Department has asked the regional chief executive to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.
129 Mr. Neville asked the Minister for Health and Children when orthodontic treatment will be made available to a person (details supplied) in County Limerick. [12790/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraResponsibility for the provision of orthodontic treatment to eligible persons in County Limerick rests with the Mid Western Health Board. My Department has asked the chief executive officer to investigate the matter raised by the Deputy and to reply to him directly.
