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Vaccination Programme

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 May 2013

Thursday, 16 May 2013

Questions (249)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

249. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if there will be compensation for chronic illness as a result of the vaccine damage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23482/13]

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Written answers

My Department is currently examining the recommendations of the Vaccine Damage Steering Group. However, this issue is complex and needs to be considered in the wider context of how best to address the long term health and social needs of people who may have experienced adverse outcomes from other health services.

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