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Cancer Screening Programmes

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 September 2014

Tuesday, 30 September 2014

Ceisteanna (449)

Finian McGrath

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449. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for Health if he will extend BreastCheck to women aged between 65 and 69 years of age as a matter of urgency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37126/14]

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Freagraí scríofa

As indicated in previous replies, I fully support the proposed extension of the Breastcheck screening programme to the 65-69 year age cohort. The timing of the implementation of this extension of the service will depend on the availability of resources.

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