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    |January 17, 2017
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    Greek nurses face severe job cuts and wage reductions due to austerity measures. This has led to understaffed hospitals and critical shortages of medical supplies, impacting patient care and nurses

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    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Health Economics
    • Nursing Studies

    Background:

    • Greece's austerity measures have significantly impacted the healthcare sector.
    • Job freezes and wage cuts have affected nursing professionals directly.
    • A substantial reduction in the national health budget has led to resource scarcity.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the effects of austerity measures on Greek nurses.
    • To document the consequences of budget cuts on hospital staffing and supplies.
    • To highlight the personal financial strain on nurses and their families.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative data collection through interviews with a union representative and a nurse in Athens.
    • Analysis of the impact of government austerity policies on healthcare professionals.
    • Examination of the link between reduced income and essential needs.

    Main Results:

    • Nurses are experiencing severe financial hardship due to a 40% wage cut.
    • Hospitals are critically understaffed and lack essential medical supplies.
    • Nurses prioritize basic needs like food over other expenses due to income reduction.

    Conclusions:

    • Austerity measures have created a crisis in the Greek nursing profession.
    • The current situation poses a significant threat to the quality of healthcare services.
    • Urgent interventions are needed to support nurses and restore healthcare functionality.