HC Deb 29 May 1962 vol 660 c116W
Mr. John Hall

asked the Minister of Health how many Medresco transistors have been issued up to the last convenient date; and what is the present rate of issue in licences per month.

Miss Pitt

320,000 Medresco transistor aids had been issued to hearing aid centres by the end of April, 1962. The monthly rate of issue will be increased next month from 16,000 to 24,000.

Mr. John Hall

asked the Minister of Health when it is proposed to make the first issue of the Medresco transistors.

Miss Pitt

I assume the question refers to the Medresco bone conduction transistor aid. Limited numbers will be available next month.

Mr. John Hall

asked the Minister of Health if, in place of the present school hearing aid, which is withdrawn when a child leaves school, he will now authorise the general issue of a Medresco model incorporating a loop induction coil.

Miss Pitt

No. These instruments would not be of general benefit.

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