That's according to new research by the ESRI.
30% of people who are eligible for medical cards don't avail of them,
That's according to new research by the ESRI.
The study found barriers to taking-up the card may include the administrative burden of filling in the application form; perceptions of how much benefit the card gives; stigma, as the card is aimed at those on lower incomes; or confusion about eligibility.
Dr. Claire Keane is a Senior Researcher at the ESRI, and one of the co-authors of the report.
Speaking to Kildare Today, she says the benefits are substantial.
Dr. Keane joined Clem Ryan on Thursday's edition of the programme.
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