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Negotiations Between Health Ministry and Doctors Regarding Funding

November 22, 2024

Health Minister Michalis Damianou emphasized that the issues in public hospitals are not due to doctors' salaries, but a holistic examination of funding is necessary. Following disagreements, doctors are planning a 48-hour strike, demanding additional funds for 2023. The minister warned that the requested amounts would ultimately burden taxpayers. He also stated that the ministry is open for dialogue and negotiations.