Bone mineral density scans (FOI)Bone mineral density scans (FOI)
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ā€‹Request
The DEXA Bone Mineral Density Scan - please confirm the following.
A
Is the "DEXA" bone mineral density scan that was available at Overdale available in the General Hospital?
B
If so, is it a free or a fee-based service?
C
Is it available in private medical practices on the island?
D
Will the DEXA bone mineral scan be available as a free service in the new hospital?
Response
A
Yes.
B
It is fee based, the same as it has been for over 25 years.
C
Yes.
D
No.