Retirees Remind Politicians of Election Promises. Will They Be Fulfilled?

Among the main priorities, the organization mentions the gradual reduction of patient co-payments for retirees and people with chronic illnesses, as well as a decrease in medication costs, reports the LETA agency. The LSKA points out that in the program of the winning "United List" party, improving the quality of life for retirees is largely connected to healthcare. Therefore, the organization hopes to see real changes in this area in the near future. For retirees, the promised reform of the medical services quota system by the "United List," the introduction of a unified patient appointment system, and the creation of a model for state medical insurance, where funding follows the patient regardless of whether they receive assistance in a public or certified private medical institution, are also important. The union also reminds of the election promises made by other parties. "New Unity," which has been responsible for healthcare since September 2023, promised to increase the availability of family doctors and home visits, as well as to develop palliative and hospice care. The National Alliance, in turn, promised to reduce waiting times for specialists, ensure the availability of family doctors in all regions, including the possibility of remote consultations, and introduce a government-supported program for preventive examinations called "Healthy Life." The LSKA emphasizes that political forces made other promises to retirees regarding pensions, lifelong education, employment, and social support. "We will monitor how all these promises are fulfilled; however, in our opinion, the primary task is to restore order in healthcare," stated Kalna.