Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 June 2017
1019. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health if his attention has been drawn to the fact that persons who have tested positive for Lyme disease in another jurisdiction are permitted to donate blood here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26576/17]
Amharc ar fhreagra1188. Deputy Kevin O'Keeffe asked the Minister for Health if persons suffering from Lyme disease can receive treatment outside the State (details supplied); if his attention has been drawn to the fact that some persons with this disease are blood donors; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27220/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 1019 and 1188 together.
I refer the Deputy to my reply to question number 181 on 10 May 2017 which sets out the position concerning Lyme disease and blood donation.
