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- 1Europe short of a million health workers, Parliament seeks EU funds▼Europe is short of a million health workers. Parliament asks Brussels for money
The European Parliament is asking the European Commission in Brussels to provide funding to address a shortage of around one million health workers across Europe. The shortfall affects hospitals and care systems in EU member states, and the Parliament wants Brussels to back workforce measures with dedicated money. The issue highlights growing pressure on European healthcare systems as staff shortages worsen.