To: Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill

Where is the free HRT that was promised in Jan 25?

The government have announced that it will commence in June 2025

Use the IT system that’s used for dispensing free contraception for the free HRT the women of Ireland were promised from January 2025. HRT is a massive cost each month was promised free of charge from January 2025 but there is still no sign of this happening.

Why is this important?

All women should be able to access HRT, not just those who can afford it. Former health minister, Stephen Donnelly announced in 2024 that from January 2025, HRT would be free of charge. Over four months into 2025, HRT is still costing women €40-€80 per month. The media have reported that the Irish Pharmacies Union and the HSE are “in talks” to resolve the matter. Why has it taken so long? Why not use the same format that is used to dispense free contraception?

2025-04-21 14:41:43 +0100

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