GESY

Our View: Entitlement culture the biggest threat to Gesy

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Our View: Entitlement culture the biggest threat to Gesy

The latest evaluation report of the national health scheme Gesy raised concerns about overutilization of healthcare services due to them being free, leading to unnecessary tests and referrals. This has created a culture of entitlement among patients, resulting in financial strain on the system and long waiting lists. To address this, the government may need to impose higher charges for medical actions and referrals to ensure the viability of Gesy.

Doctors , ‘verbally attacked’ because patients are uninformed

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Doctors , ‘verbally attacked’ because patients are uninformed

Doctors and other Gesy service providers are facing verbal attacks from uninformed patients. Cases of abuse against doctors include verbal attacks and threats. The lack of information leads to long waiting lists and patients demanding more than they are entitled to. The House health committee chairman suggests creating a “patient advocate” to address these issues. The committee has allocated over €1 million for an information campaign to educate patients about their rights.

New report mostly positive on Gesy

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New report mostly positive on Gesy

The latest evaluation report on Cyprus’ national health scheme Gesy stated that in the past three years, direct healthcare expenses for patients were reduced from 50 to around 15 per cent.

Keravnos targets enrichment of economic model

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Keravnos targets enrichment of economic model

Fact: The finance minister of Cyprus, Makis Keravnos, emphasized the importance of enriching Cyprus’ economic model and maintaining investment levels as part of the government’s economic policy.

Efforts to roll out palliative care in Gesy

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Efforts to roll out palliative care in Gesy

Efforts are underway to develop the National Cancer Institute and establish a legal framework to offer palliative care through Gesy in Cyprus. The EU has recognized the need for palliative care in strategic plans for chronic diseases. The Arodafnousa palliative care center offers various programs to improve quality of life for cancer patients. The National Cancer Institute project aims to provide holistic support for cancer patients, including prevention, treatment, and palliative care. The ministry is working on the legal framework to include palliative care services in Gesy. The Christodoula march raises awareness and supports the Cyprus Anti-Cancer Association financially.

CI raises Cyprus outlook on lower fiscal risk, better NPLs

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CI raises Cyprus outlook on lower fiscal risk, better NPLs

Capital Intelligence has revised upwards the sovereign ratings for Cyprus due to a faster than projected decline in general government debt, consistent primary fiscal surpluses, proactive debt management, progress in clearing up non-performing loans in the banking system, and declining government contingent liabilities from the banking sector.

Health minister discusses key Gesy issues with medical association

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Health minister discusses key Gesy issues with medical association

Health Minister Michael Damianos met with a delegation from the Pancyprian Medical Association to discuss key healthcare issues, including the need for comprehensive planning for the national health scheme Gesy, addressing the strengthening of the legislative framework, tackling abuses, covering non-prescription drugs for low-income pensioners, improving public hospitals, and regulating working conditions for employees of the Cyprus Oncology Centre.

Positive outlook for Cyprus economy, according to rating agency

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Positive outlook for Cyprus economy, according to rating agency

Capital Intelligence Ratings has revised its long-term foreign currency rating outlook for the Republic of Cyprus from stable to positive. The government’s debt has been reduced due to consistent primary fiscal surpluses and proactive debt management.

Abuses in Gesy, , €80,000 in fines

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Abuses in Gesy, , €80,000 in fines

The Health Insurance Organisation (Hio) issued €80,000 in fines to over 40 health service providers for abusing Gesy. Over 80,000 requests filed by providers were rejected, totaling around €10 million. Fewer than ten cases are currently under police investigation.

Gesy beneficiaries requested to update their online medical profile

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Gesy beneficiaries requested to update their online medical profile

The patients’ association called on all state healthcare beneficiaries to activate their online medical profiles in order to update their information on the Gesy database, including their mobile phone number and email address.