Decrease in Patients and Increase in Salaries in Public Health Services
January 16, 2025
The Auditor General, Andreas Papakostantinou, states that the number of patients in public health services is decreasing while doctors' salaries are increasing. This leads to financial deficits, with a reported 50% drop in patients receiving outpatient care. He expresses concern over a new agreement regarding incentives for doctors, as 70% of the funds are given without any criteria. The situation is worrying, with fewer patients and rising salary costs.