Responses to parliamentary questions
Question from Deputy Ken O'Flynn - PQ 28096-26
Deputy O'Flynn asked about the estimated annual cost of treating obesity and obesity-related conditions. Read the HSE response.
Published: April 2026
Updated: May 2026
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Question from Deputy Ken O'Flynn - PQ 28096-26
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Summary
To ask the Minister for Health the estimated annual cost to the HSE of treating obesity and obesity-related conditions between 2020 to date; the breakdown of this cost, across hospital care, primary care, pharmaceuticals and community services, in tabular form; and if she will make a statement on the matter.
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