PQ 308
308. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on measures to scrap an €80 charge for venesection clinics that was introduced for haemochromatosis patients who do not have access to medical cards; the discussions that are taking place to eliminate the charge, which may deter patients from venesection treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2972/21]
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308. Deputy Fergus O'Dowd asked the Minister for Health if he will provide an update on measures to scrap an €80 charge for venesection clinics that was introduced for haemochromatosis patients who do not have access to medical cards; the discussions that are taking place to eliminate the charge, which may deter patients from venesection treatment; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2972/21]
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