Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 24 June 2025
753. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Health if her attention has been drawn to the report recommendations from an organisation (details supplied); the actions she will take to action these recommendations; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33575/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraI wish to acknowledge receipt of the Irish Lung Fibrosis Associations: ‘Achieving Equity: Innovating Lung Fibrosis Care in Ireland’ report. My Department will give this document due consideration as part of its ongoing and future engagements with both stakeholders and the HSE.
Funding of €500k was allocated for pulmonary fibrosis in budget 2025 which will be utilised to further develop services in this area. Stakeholder engagement, inclusive of considering the above report, will form a vital part of further developing services for Lung Fibrosis.
The HSE has completed recruitment of an Interstitial Lung Disease Clinical Advisor, a role crucial to progressing work in this area. The successful candidate took up post earlier this month, establishing the appropriate governance and leadership to drive work in this area.
The Department of Health remains committed to working with all stakeholders to ensure the best outcomes for people living with Lung Fibrosis.
