Each year, the organisation’s members care for approximately 1,300 patients who lack coverage from any health insurance fund. With a dedicated team of 13 employees and 140 volunteers, they work tirelessly to save lives. However, Dr Bernard Thill, the President of Médecins du Monde, has pointed out numerous issues plaguing the current healthcare system in Luxembourg.
One pressing concern, according to the NGO, revolves around the “universal healthcare coverage” (CUSS) pilot project, which “requires a legal framework to integrate it into the existing healthcare system.” As of now, only 53 adults and 18 children have managed to enrol in this programme, leaving many others in need of essential healthcare services, as explained by Sylvie Martin, the executive director.
While Médecins du Monde plays a pivotal role in caring for Luxembourg’s most vulnerable population, it is not the sole organisation with this mission. Dr Thill, however, laments the apparent lack of collaboration and communication among the various NGOs operating in the country. He stressed the need for these organisations to come together, engage in discussions, and potentially streamline certain processes. Dr Thill envisions a scenario where NGOs complement each other, simplifying assistance in the eyes of government ministries and ultimately benefiting those in need.
Full report by RTL Télé (in Luxembourgish)
