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2025
'I presume this is free?' Confusion over when women will get long-awaited free HRT from pharmacies
A scheme that would see the State cover the cost of the drug was due to be rolled out in January, but it has yet to be implemented.
Pharmacists said there was “zero consultation” with the sector before the measure was announced as part of Budget 2025.
One pharmacist said the scheme is "a missed opportunity to get equality" in hormonal care for women of all ages.
Meanwhile, the clinical lead of the Rotunda's menopause clinic said supply shortages in some HRT products are currently "a much bigger issue" than cost.
Health Minister meets pharmacies amid confusion and delay over free HRT scheme
Health minister hopes for resolution to delays of free HRT roll out in a 'couple of weeks'
Delay in rollout of free HRT scheme criticised as 'slap in the face for thousands of women'
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Pharmacist: HRT and supplements for menopause have greatly improved - there's no need to suffer
Oonagh O’Hagan