Dáil
‹ Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Prescribed Medicine Costs. Medical card eligibility
Summary
Deputy Andrews called for a review of medical card eligibility, citing hardship for people on low incomes and those with chronic conditions. The Minister said the eligibility rate would be reviewed; the remaining questions were deferred.
Will the Minister reconsider the eligibility rate for medical cards in view of the massive increase imposed on people with lower incomes? It makes life extremely difficult for people with chronic illnesses, as Deputy Woods pointed out. I should like to include in the category asthma sufferers who of necessity must have sprays.
Comment on this
Will the Minister consider reviewing the eligibility rate for medical cards? A very serious situation has arisen. People are in a poverty trap and there is no way out for them.
