Polish Prime Minister Karol Nawrocki plans to convene a Cabinet Council to address the “dramatic” state of the country’s health protection system, with a meeting date to be announced soon.
Prime Minister to Convene Cabinet Health Council
Karol Nawrocki has said he will consider calling a Cabinet Council to discuss the current state of Poland’s health protection system, which the president described as “dramatic.” A specific date for the meeting will be announced shortly.
Donald Tusk Refutes Patient Transfer Claims
On 14 November, Prime Minister Donald Tusk addressed reports that some hospitals, including oncology units, were sending patients away. He called the allegations lies, stating that the information had been immediately checked and found false.
Premier Responds to Medical Council Spokesperson
When journalist referred to Jakub Kosikowski’s 3 November statement about nationwide treatment restrictions, Tusk clarified that the spokesperson’s remark was retracted following correction. He emphasized that hospitals are not authorized to send patients away and pledged intervention if a case arises.
Hospitals Cite Delayed NFZ Payments
The National Medical Council’s spokesperson said that several months of unpaid settlement from the National Health Fund (NFZ) prompted hospitals to impose their own limits, making continued credit financing impossible. Hospitals reported postponing scheduled admissions and limiting medication programs, citing delayed payments, but denied any transfer of oncology patients.