Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 May 2004
286 Mr. Cregan asked the Minister for Health and Children if he will examine a case where a person suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s is cared for by an 80 year old spouse; if appliances or aids are can be prescribed to assist patients with Alzheimer’s who qualify for same. [13525/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe provision of health services in the Dublin 9 area is the responsibility of the Northern Area Health Board, acting under the aegis of the Eastern Regional Health Authority. My Department has asked the authority's CEO to investigate the matter and to reply directly to the Deputy, as a matter of urgency.
