Medical system changes - Scholz affirms swift action on healthcare revamp.
Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to tackle nursing reform promptly, as indicated by his own statements. This will necessitate a significant effort, but it's a challenge that must be confronted, the SPD politician revealed at a citizen dialogue hosted by the "Thuringian General Newspaper" on Thursday.
At the end of the month, a report from a nursing commission will be released. The focus will be on creating better working conditions and recruiting staff, though it'll also address financing arrangements and contribution levels. "So there's a lot of work to be done, and we'll start as soon as this report is available," Scholz mentioned.
Recently, Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach (SPD) declared that he believes a nursing reform is unlikely during this legislative period due to disputes within the traffic light coalition. However, Scholz dismissed this claim. "We shouldn't allow ourselves to be intimidated by the conversation. It won't be resolved with the push of a button, but when it comes to citizen engagement. Lauterbach might be the last to oppose a solution, according to Scholz.
Despite the recent surge in the number of individuals requiring care, Lauterbach asserts that a swift resolution might not be feasible since various parties have differing opinions on the matter. However, the Chancellor cautioned not to let these discussions hamper the progress towards a solution.
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- Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized the importance of addressing social affairs, particularly long-term care, as part of the healthcare reform in Berlin.
- During a citizen dialogue, Scholz pointed out that the SPD in Thuringia shares his stance on swift action to improve care conditions and recruitment, aligning with Germany's healthcare needs.
- Karl Lauterbach, the Federal Health Minister, expressed skepticism about the feasibility of nursing reform within the current legislative period due to disagreements within the coalition.
- However, Scholz contended that the opposition should not deter the coalition from pursuing care reform, as the ultimate goal is to benefit the citizens, even if Lauterbach might be the last to join the consensus.
- The need for care reform has become increasingly pressing, with an influx of individuals requiring long-term care, thus necessitating a comprehensive approach to healthcare reform in Berlin.
- As the SPD continues its push for care reform and longevity in healthcare, Germany looks towards a renewed focus on social affairs, particularly long-term care insurance and healthcare reform, under the leadership of Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
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