Long-Term Illness Scheme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 January 2017

Tuesday, 17 January 2017

Ceisteanna (1120)

Fiona O'Loughlin

Ceist:

1120. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health his plans to add new low protein products to the long-term illness card list; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1017/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the primary care schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.