In a historic address to the Greek Parliament, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis unveiled a transformative draft law on public health.
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Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis addressed Parliament to advocate for the expansion of the personal doctor initiative, aiming to provide comprehensive healthcare coverage for the entire population. Highlighting efforts to enhance primary care, prevention programs, and hospital infrastructure, Mitsotakis described the reforms as a transformative step for Greece’s national health system. Key measures include 37,000 free surgeries funded by the EU Recovery Fund and increased healthcare staffing by 2027.
Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis announced free afternoon surgeries for 37,000 citizens awaiting operations for over four months. Funded by €51 million from the EU Recovery Fund, the program aims to help those unable to afford surgery. Georgiadis dismissed criticism of the health system as politically driven.