SOS for public healthcare
The article warns about the deterioration of public healthcare in Spain, drawing parallels to the recent crisis in public transport due to underinvestment and overburdened infrastructure.
The article highlights a growing concern regarding the public healthcare system in Spain, specifically the risk of its decapitalization in terms of professionals and technology, which poses a threat to social equity. It draws parallels with the recent failures in the Rodalies transport service, where chronic underinvestment and strain on resources led to a collapse following exceptional rains. The implication is that various sectors, including healthcare, face similar risks if not sufficiently funded and supported. The piece notes that between the pandemic and 2027, six private hospitals are expected to be built in the Barcelona area, reflecting a trend towards privatization as public healthcare facilities struggle. Investment figures for some of these new hospitals are mentioned, indicating significant financial commitments towards private healthcare infrastructure. This raises concerns about the future of public health services, which may suffer further neglect. In conclusion, the article argues that without addressing the existing issues of funding and resource allocation in public healthcare, a crisis of equal magnitude to that of the transport sector could emerge, endangering the health and well-being of the population, particularly those relying on public services for equitable access to healthcare.