Healthcare professionals in France, including physiotherapists, nurses, and pharmacists, protested against a pay freeze and cost-cutting measures impacting their income. The demonstration was part of a national unlimited strike initiated by 13 trade unions, responding to the government's austerity plan which includes delayed fee increases. Independent healthcare workers voiced concerns that these measures arose from an economic situation they were not responsible for. The National Council of Physiotherapists reported a rising trend of professionals leaving the field, and pharmacy unions expressed anger over proposed reductions in discounts on generic drugs, estimating significant potential losses in income.
A responsible health policy cannot be based in the long-term on intentions that are not followed up with action, the National Council of Physiotherapists said. This statement highlights the frustration among healthcare professionals regarding the lack of effective policies.
Healthcare professionals protested against a pay freeze and cost-cutting measures which threaten their financial stability. They express concern about the austerity measures affecting the sustainability of their professions.
The measures are being taken in response to an economic situation for which independent healthcare workers are not responsible. There is a growing sentiment of injustice among these professionals regarding the decisions being made.
Pharmacy unions are particularly angered by the government's plan to lower the ceiling on commercial discounts on generic drugs, estimating a potential loss of income of €600million due to these cuts.
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