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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