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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 27 May 2026

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

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Pádraig O'Sullivan

Question:

285. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Health her response to survey data (details supplied) based on a survey of approximately 1,280 cancer patients, showing that 69% of respondents did not know they had the legal right to access their own medical records and 84% did not know how to request access; the public awareness measures being put in place to ensure patients are informed of their rights; the steps being taken to address the finding that 12.6% of patients who formally requested their records were refused; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [40645/26]

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As this is a service matter, I have asked the Health Service Executive to respond to the Deputy directly, as soon as possible.

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