Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 17 May 2018
199. Deputy Michael McGrath asked the Minister for Health the additional supports available to women who previously had cervical cancer following a false negative smear test; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21889/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraOn 11 May, I announced a comprehensive package of health and social care measures to support women and families affected by issues relating to CervicalCheck audit. These measures include:
- The provision of a discretionary medical card for each woman affected, or their next-of-kin in cases where the woman has sadly died;
- The meeting of out-of-pocket medical costs incurred;
- The provision of primary care supports, including counselling, to the women affected;
- The provision of counselling services, including bereavement counselling where appropriate, to the immediate family members of these women; and
- The provision of other health and social care supports, including travel costs and childminding, where appropriate.
