The Italian government plans to increase health care funding by €2.3 billion in 2025, with €1.2 billion coming from the recently approved budget.
The Ministry of Economy and Finance clarified that the total increase for health care compared to 2024 would be €2.3 billion, including €880 million specifically allocated for health care in 2025. This funding aims to strengthen the health workforce and improve the financing of the National Health Fund.
The Programmatic Budget Document presents a more conservative approach, indicating that health care funding will increase to around €3.1 billion in 2026. The government plans to recruit approximately 30,000 doctors and nurses and introduce tax incentives for health care workers. However, the implementation of these measures may face delays, with significant impacts expected in 2026.
The government's commitment to health care funding reflects a broader strategy to address the needs of the health workforce and improve the quality of care in Italy.