David Ramsay

Thank you, Mr. Premier. Does committee agree that we have concluded Ministers’ statements 1-15(4), 3-15(4), 4-15(4) and 5-15(4)?

Thank you, Mr. Premier. Mr. Pokiak.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. That didn't really get to the exact disposition. Is the sleep centre actually going to close or is there a study? It sounds like there is a study at play here that will see something happen. I am just wondering if the Minister can tell me how the current and future clients of the sleep centre will be looked after. What portion of care will be at the individual's expense? Thank you, Madam Speaker.

Thank you, Mr. Premier. Mr. Yakeleya.

Thank you, Mr. Premier. Mr. Pokiak.

Thank you, Madam Speaker. Sleep apnea is a very common medical disorder that our adult population suffers from. Sufferers of this condition need to have their condition properly diagnosed in a sleep lab prior to deciding on a form of treatment. Unfortunately, Madam Speaker, the Department of Health and Social Services is closing down the sleep centre at Stanton hospital. It is estimated that 80 percent of sleep apnea sufferers go undiagnosed and this is a real shame, because sleep apnea can have a detrimental effect on your quality of life.

This condition can cause severe drowsiness, so the...

Thank you, Mr. Premier. No other speakers on the list. Mr. Yakeleya.

Thank you, Mr. Premier. I’ve got Mr. Pokiak next on the list.

Agreed. Ms. Lee.

Thank you, Minister Bell. Mr. Yakeleya.