HOSPITALS
“ The health workforce crisis in Europe is no longer a looming threat – it is here and now . Health providers and workers across our region are clamouring for help and support ,” says Dr Hans Kluge , Word Health Organisation ( WHO ) Regional Director for Europe . “ The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed the fragility of health systems and the importance of a robust and resilient health workforce . We cannot wait any longer to address the pressing challenges facing our health workforce .”
The reasons behind this shortfall are complex . One factor is an ageing population , coupled with an ageing healthcare workforce . As more healthcare professionals retire , the gap between supply and demand widens .
Additionally , migration patterns within Europe have led to uneven distribution ,
“ We want to promote greater internal mobility within the EU ’ s labour market .”
VALDIS DOMBROVSKIS CHAIR OF THE COMMISSIONER ’ S GROUP , EUROPEAN COMMISSION
with some regions experiencing acute shortages , while others struggle to utilise their workforce effectively .
Healthcare workers burnt out after COVID-19 pandemic Furthermore , the COVID-19 pandemic has compounded the issue . The unprecedented demands placed on
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