Bavaria's health system: Ready for an emergency in war?

Bavaria's health system: Ready for an emergency in war?

Bayern's Minister of Health Judith Gerlach (CSU) has made alarm: In view of the military threats from Russia and the uncertainty about the security partnership with the United States, the situation requires immediate measures for the German health system. "Intact health care is just as important for the defense of a country as the Bundeswehr," she emphasized, calling for a comprehensive "civil surgical plan Germany". This plan is intended to ensure that both injured soldiers and the civilian population are optimally cared for in an emergency, reported the Tagesspiegel .

To improve the security situation, the Bavarian government has already asked the clinics to check their alarm and operational plans. Gerlach said: "The feedback shows that the topic of security is very present for most hospitals." Aid organizations are working to train nursing supporters in order to relieve the existing staff in the event of a crisis. She also advocated rethinking the role of community service in order to solve personnel bottlenecks in hospitals, as the Krone reported.

crisis -proof infrastructure required