Mental illnesses are the most common reason for sick leave, but the legislative reform of health insurance will reduce the speed of psychiatrists in the future and special budgets. POLITICO’s health expert Louis Westendarp explains why patients are at risk of waiting even for free treatment.
In the 200-second interview, Green health politician and doctor Paula Piechotta criticizes the reservation. He’s calling for savings to focus on rapidly rising drug costs instead of mental health.
A new wind in Downing Street No. 10. After a change in the head of government, Andy Burnham takes over as Prime Minister of England. From London, Anne McElvoy analyzes her direction on the domestic market and how she wants to position herself for Donald Trump.
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