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03/08/2015
Over 70s Free GP Care Registration Underway
People aged 70 and over can now register for free GP care, with the service extended to those without a medical card or GP visit card.
Welcoming the news, Labour TD, Dominic Hannigan, said: "I am delighted that those over 70 years of age can now avail of the free GP care scheme. Those eligible will be able to sign up from today onwards when the HSE open their public registration process, and the service itself will begin on Wednesday.
"Those who have a valid Medical Card or GP Visit Card, do not have to register for this scheme. For those that do, registration can be done online or manually - forms will be available through the local health office network and pharmacies.
"The provision of free GP care to those over 70 was a key focus for Labour’s Minister for Primary Care, Kathleen Lynch, and builds on the recent successful launch of free GP care for under 6s.
"The fact that we are now at this juncture proves that Labour is delivering in Government and recognise the need to support the elderly in our society."
To register online or find out more go to www.gpvisitcard.ie or call 1890 252 919.
(MH)
Welcoming the news, Labour TD, Dominic Hannigan, said: "I am delighted that those over 70 years of age can now avail of the free GP care scheme. Those eligible will be able to sign up from today onwards when the HSE open their public registration process, and the service itself will begin on Wednesday.
"Those who have a valid Medical Card or GP Visit Card, do not have to register for this scheme. For those that do, registration can be done online or manually - forms will be available through the local health office network and pharmacies.
"The provision of free GP care to those over 70 was a key focus for Labour’s Minister for Primary Care, Kathleen Lynch, and builds on the recent successful launch of free GP care for under 6s.
"The fact that we are now at this juncture proves that Labour is delivering in Government and recognise the need to support the elderly in our society."
To register online or find out more go to www.gpvisitcard.ie or call 1890 252 919.
(MH)
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