Talks on 'doctor-only' medical cards break down
Almost a year after it was announced by Tánaiste and Health Minister Mary Harney, the scheme under which the 200,000 would be given 'doctor-only' medical cards is no closer to implementation.
The cards were meant to enable families on low incomes, but above the threshold for a full medical card, to visit their GP for free, although they would continue to pay for medicines.