Yesterday, the Health Minister announced that people with a terminal illness will now be entitled to a medical card.
The government expanded the eligibility criteria, which will see cards available to all those who are terminally ill and have a prognosis of up to 24 months.
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The government announcement comes after extensive lobbying on the issue, including by Quin man John Wall who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.
On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Gavin Grace spoke to John about the latest development.
