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Written question asked by Simon Hughes (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 March 1997. It was answered by Lord Horam (Conservative) on Monday, 10 March 1997 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Dept of Health

Question
Which NHS hospitals are currently operating bone density scanners for osteoporosis.
Answer

Mr. Simon Hughes: To ask the Secretary of State for Health which NHS hospitals are currently operating bone density scanners osteoporosis. [18793] Mr. Horam: It is for the local health authorities to decide what priority to give to making bone density measurement available to those who need it, and how best to co-ordinate services to meet local needs.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
18793; 292 c100W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Hospitals Diseases Medical treatments Screening Osteoporosis