Questions

943. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the two level 2 palliative care beds at Cluain Árann, Tipperary town, County Tipperary; if the accommodation and associated facilities have been completed and are ready for occupancy; the date on which the beds became operationally ready; whether either bed is currently in use; and the reasons for any delay in bringing these beds into se…

944. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 43763/26, the current status of the capital funding application submitted by an organisation (details supplied); the reason a decision remains outstanding almost 12 months later; whether the HSE capital and estates assessment has concluded; the reasons for the prolonged delay; whether funding is being considered under the 2…

945. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health to provide an update on the two level 2 palliative care beds at Cluain Árann, Tipperary town, County Tipperary; the outstanding impediments to opening the beds; and the definitive timeline for their commissioning and admission of patients. [74374/26]

1025. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health to clarify the statutory responsibilities of the HSE in assessing and communicating public health risks arising from Do Not Consume Notices; whether it is HSE policy to refer media enquiries concerning potential health risks exclusively to Uisce Éireann and the Environmental Protection Agency; and why requests from Tipperary Mid West Radio between 10 and 13 Oc…

1027. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether the HSE has undertaken a formal public health risk assessment concerning elevated aluminium levels in the Ardfinnan regional water supply scheme, affecting more than 11,000 customers; the date on which the HSE was first notified of the issue; the nature of its involvement in the decision to issue the do not consume notice; whether the assessment and as…

103. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an urgent update on the continuing lack of adequate community ophthalmology services in South Tipperary; the measures now being taken to address the significant waiting list, particularly for children; when the proposed waiting-list initiative and additional clinics will commence; and the progress that has been made in securing a sustainable long-term servi…

230. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an update on the continuing crisis in orthodontic provision in South Tipperary; the current numbers awaiting assessment and treatment and the longest waiting times; the progress made in filling long-standing specialist vacancies and providing treatment through private capacity; and whether a specific waiting-list recovery plan with measurable targets and ti…

537. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an update on the proposed new 60-bed Community Nursing Unit in Cashel, County Tipperary; whether the site selection process and associated report, which remained in draft in January 2026, have now been completed; whether the HSE has concluded negotiations for the acquisition of any additional property required; whether a preferred site has now been selected…

1388. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether the HSE remains on schedule to recommence the South Tipperary Memory Clinic in October 2026, as advised in response to PQs 45675/26–45684/26; the precise date on which clinics will recommence; whether all staffing and administrative arrangements necessary to facilitate reopening are now in place; [65502/26]

1389. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the current number of patients awaiting an initial assessment and a follow-up appointment at the South Tipperary Memory Clinic; the corresponding figures at 8 July 2026 were 450 and 168 respectively; the number waiting longer than 6, 12 and 18 months; [65503/26]

1390. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the number of referrals to the South Tipperary Memory Clinic that have been returned to GPs since the service was paused to referrals on 1 January 2026; the clinical pathway available to those patients; whether they will require re-referral when the clinic reopens. [65504/26]

1391. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if her attention has been drawn to concerns raised by the South Tipperary Faculty of the Irish College of General Practitioners regarding the continuing unavailability of the Memory Clinic; the additional pressure being placed on GPs, patients and family carers; the risk of delayed diagnosis and treatment; and the action being taken in response. [65505/26]

1392. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health what specialist assessment pathway is currently available in the public health service to a patient in South Tipperary presenting with suspected dementia or cognitive decline while the Memory Clinic remains unavailable; whether patients can access an alternative memory service elsewhere; and how equitable access is being ensured for patients unable to obtain a…

1393. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health further to the HSE confirmation in July 2026 that a risk assessment had been undertaken in respect of the suspension of the South Tipperary Memory Clinic, if a copy or summary of that assessment will be provided; the risks identified in relation to delayed diagnosis and treatment; the mitigation measures implemented; and whether the assessment has subsequently…

1394. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether a formal recovery plan has now been developed for the South Tipperary Memory Clinic in advance of its anticipated reopening; the additional clinical capacity that will be provided to address the backlog; the projected number of initial and review appointments per month; and the timeframe within which the existing waiting list is expected to be reduced.…

725. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if she will review and expand the HSE's rehabilitation aids grant scheme to provide for the funding of specialised vehicle car seats and restraint systems where there is a demonstrated clinical necessity, supported by an occupational therapist or other appropriate clinician; whether she recognises that access to safe transport is essential to enable children an…

871. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health if she will provide an update on the multidisciplinary working group established to address the absence of community ophthalmology services in south Tipperary; the date on which the group was established; its membership; the number of meetings held to date; the recommendations made by the group; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49358/26]

872. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an update on the engagement between the HSE and the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital, Dublin regarding support for ophthalmology services in south Tipperary; the nature of the support sought; the arrangements agreed; the number of patients referred or treated under such arrangements; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49359/26]

873. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an update on the discussions undertaken by the HSE with a private provider regarding ophthalmology services for south Tipperary; whether the scoping exercise referred to in replies to Dáil Éireann has been completed; the findings of that exercise; whether any contractual arrangements have been entered into; the anticipated cost of any such arrangements; and…

874. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health for an update on the targeted ophthalmology "blitz" clinic initiative referred to in replies in Dáil Éireann relating to south Tipperary; whether the initiative has commenced; the number of clinics held to date; the number of children assessed or treated; the impact on waiting lists; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [49361/26]

487. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health whether any consultant pathologists, other than those based at University Hospital Waterford, have formally notified her Department that they will cease undertaking coronial postmortem examinations; if so, the number involved; and the locations concerned. [46539/26]

488. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the contingency arrangements currently in place where coronial postmortem services cannot be provided locally; the locations where such contingency arrangements are currently being utilised; and the annual cost of such arrangements including at Waterford University Hospital. [46540/26]

495. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the current number of patients awaiting ophthalmology assessment and treatment in South Tipperary; the numbers waiting over six, 12, 18 and 24 months respectively; the numbers awaiting treatment broken down by age category; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46607/26]

496. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health to provide a detailed update on the recruitment process for the consultant ophthalmologist post serving South Tipperary; the number of recruitment campaigns undertaken since October 2024; the number of applicants received under each campaign; whether interviews have been conducted; whether a fourth recruitment campaign has commenced; and if she will make a stat…

497. Deputy Michael Murphy asked the Minister for Health the interim arrangements currently in place to provide ophthalmology services in south Tipperary pending the recruitment of a consultant ophthalmologist; the number of patients treated through such measures; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [46609/26]