Medical Aids and Appliances
Seanad Éireann — 2026-07-02
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Maria Byrne (FG), Agricultural Panel

I thank the Minister of State very much. It is wonderful that 27,000 people have been reimbursed. In the context of that 27,000, the figure of just over 500 who have fallen through the cracks is quite a small number. I request that the Minister carry out a review because these people, who are now insulin-dependent, should be included in the reimbursement programme. We have come a long way from the time when people had to prick their finger and test their blood to see what their levels were. It certainly has been life-changing. It is better for both those who have type 1 diabetes and those who have type 2. I certainly hope that review will lead to those who have type 2 diabetes, especially those at the higher end, being included.

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Sitting date: 2026-07-02