Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 March 2012
605 Deputy Anne Ferris asked the Minister for Health the psychotherapy services that are available nationally to children within the child protection area; the long-term service available; the number of children receiving these services; the ages of these children; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16628/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs this is a service matter the question has been referred to the HSE for direct reply.
606 Deputy Martin Ferris asked the Minister for Health the reason a person (details supplied) in County Kerry cannot be referred to a hospital [16649/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Health Service Executive (HSE) operates a Treatment Abroad Scheme (TAS), for persons entitled to treatment in another EU/EEA member state or Switzerland under EU Regulations and in accordance with Department of Health Guidelines.
The HSE has stated that it has not received an application under the scheme on behalf of the patient referred to by the Deputy. An application form has now been sent to his parents.
