New study: Thousands of people in Austria without health insurance
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A recent study by the Austrian Health Insurance Fund (ÖGK) is drawing attention. The results show that thousands of people in Austria currently do not have valid insurance coverage. This means that these individuals do not have direct access to the services of the public healthcare system in the event of illness.
There are many reasons for the lack of insurance. Often, bureaucratic hurdles or financial difficulties are the cause of people falling through the cracks of the system. Those particularly affected are often individuals in precarious employment situations or those unable to manage the transition between different life phases seamlessly.
Experts view this development with concern, as a lack of health insurance poses a significant health risk. Without insurance coverage, those affected often hesitate to see a doctor when they have health problems. This can lead to illnesses being detected and treated only at a late stage, which can worsen the long-term consequences for the patients.
The ÖGK and various social organizations are now working to analyze the background of the study in more detail. The goal is to find ways to facilitate access to healthcare for everyone in Austria and ensure that no one remains without necessary protection.
Sources: Der Standard
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