In a joint statement, the presidents of Greece’s medical associations expressed their support for Konstantinos Giannakopoulos, the president of the Larissa Medical Association, following his public clash with Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis. This controversy stemmed from Georgiadis’ comments in Parliament regarding issues at the University Hospital of Larissa. The medical associations emphasized their obligation to inform authorities and the public about the challenges facing the healthcare system, citing ongoing funding shortages and staffing issues. They underscored the unity within the medical community in advocating for the health of citizens.

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