The Minister of Health, Orazio Schillaci, made an appearance on the XXI Secolo program on Rai 1, where he announced his intention to remove the hiring cap for staff in the National Health Service (NHS).
Schillaci highlighted the need for modernization and increased funding for the NHS, stating that it was underfunded in the pre-Covid period. He emphasized the importance of healthcare as an investment rather than just an expense, and stressed the government’s commitment to achieving this goal.
The Minister listed a number of measures that have been implemented under his leadership, including increased funding for healthcare workers, the launch of a national oncology plan, and efforts to reduce waiting lists. He also addressed the issue of overcrowding in emergency rooms, stating that the government is allocating funds for the renewal of contracts in the healthcare sector and increasing specific allowances for doctors, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
Schillaci also touched on the shortage of doctors and nurses, the issue of violence against healthcare workers, and the digital future of the NHS. He highlighted the importance of restoring attractiveness to the national healthcare system and ensuring a balance between the public and private healthcare sectors.
The Minister’s announcement of plans to remove the hiring cap and his comprehensive overview of the challenges and measures being implemented to improve the NHS provide a glimpse into the government’s vision for the future of healthcare in Italy.