Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 November 2021
631. Deputy Jennifer Murnane O'Connor asked the Minister for Health his plans to prioritise the publication of the national stroke strategy along with a fully funded implementation plan; the timeline for same; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [58788/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to advise that the Health Service Executive’s proposed National Stroke Strategy 2021-2026 was presented at the HSE Chief Clinical Officer Clinical Forum at its meeting in July 2021 and was subsequently approved by the Forum, following some minor changes. The HSE advise that it is due for review by the HSE Executive Management Team in the near future.
I further understand from the HSE that a meeting is being arranged with the Chief Clinical Officer, Clinical Lead for the Stroke Programme, National Lead for Integrated Care and additional key stakeholders to discuss the Stroke Strategy. This meeting will inform the date for publication with regard to organisational strategy, planning and implementation. Funding will also be considered in this context. This is to ensure that the service delivery requirements outlined in the Stroke Strategy are integrated with other programmes of work and will support the National Service Plan for 2022.
