Slovak Hospitals Stop Operating After 3 PM Due to Nursing Shortage Despite Adequate Doctor Numbers
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Slovak hospitals have virtually ceased performing surgeries after 3 PM due to critical nursing shortages, despite having sufficient numbers of doctors available. Prime Minister Robert Fico, President Peter Pellegrini, and Health Minister Kamil Šaško plan to present reform proposals on Thursday for the country's major state hospitals. The hospitals face debts exceeding one billion euros, and Slovakia risks penalties from the European Commission for late payment of invoices. Health Minister Šaško has commissioned audits of five state hospitals to identify potential cost-saving measures and solutions to address the healthcare system's operational and financial crisis.