Seán Fleming
Ceist:175. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) in County Carlow will be provided with free spectacles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16928/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 9 April 2014
175. Deputy Sean Fleming asked the Minister for Health if a person (details supplied) in County Carlow will be provided with free spectacles; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16928/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraChildren under 6 years of age and children of primary school age are provided with an optical screening service by the HSE. Any refractive errors are treated and spectacles or other appropriate care is provided where necessary. The HSE has been asked to examine the specific query raised by the Deputy and to reply to him as soon as possible.