The Impact of Summer on the Healthcare Sector
With the arrival of summer, significant challenges are looming in Catalonia’s healthcare sector. Despite it being a holiday period for many, hospitals and primary care centers will face a stressful situation due to staff adjustments. The Department of Health has announced that there will be no reinforcements despite the expected casualties, which has generated concern in the health community.
Interview with Glòria Jodar
ElNacional.cat has interviewed Glòria Jodar, dean of the Council of Colleges of Nurses and Nurses of Catalonia, to obtain a perspective on the reality in health centers during this summer.
Forecasts and Adjustments in Health Care Templates
According to Jodar, no adjustments to the squads were expected for this summer, and the lack of reinforcements during the professionals’ vacation is a concern. The absence of adequate summer reinforcement is considered crucial in this context.
Impact on Patient Care
Concerns are raised about the ability to care for all people during the summer, especially those who require constant monitoring. The decrease in resources and professionals during this period could make it difficult to care for patients with continuous control and monitoring needs.
Demands and Perspectives
Jodar highlights the need for summer reinforcements to cover structural deficiencies in primary care teams. Lack of hiring and budget constraints pose significant challenges to the delivery of health services during the summer.
Work Intrusion and Professional Lawsuits
The issue of occupational intrusion is addressed, with an emphasis on the need to ensure the integrity of the health professions. Furthermore, the importance of addressing professional demands and ensuring equal treatment for nurses in the health system is highlighted.
Political Perspectives and Priority Demands
The importance of respecting studies and projects in the health sector is raised, as well as the need for equal treatment for nurses compared to other professions. The importance of addressing primary care as the center of the health system is also highlighted.