A new vile attack has struck the heart of the Neapolitan health system. On Friday evening, as a 118 crew rushed to help a man in difficulty in Soccavo, they were greeted by a barrage of insults and threats.
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The escalation of violence culminated with the physical aggression of the rescuers and the arrival of the Carabinieri, called to calm things down.
The attacker, after a brief visit to the hospital, was released, demonstrating once again that those who attack those who save human lives often emerge unscathed.
A daily war bulletin. This is the sad reality that our health workers live every day. According to data from the association Nobody touches Hippocrates, more than six attacks per month are recorded in Naples and its province alone.
An emergency within an emergency that jeopardizes not only the safety of operators, but also the functionality of the entire healthcare system. Ambulances blocked, emergency rooms under siege, doctors and nurses forced to work in a climate of constant fear: this is the price we are paying.
MP Francesco Emilio Borrelli: “Enough Impunity”
No more impunity. Deputy Borrelli launches a heartfelt appeal: “It is time to put an end to this madness. Anyone who attacks a rescuer attacks all of us. We need a strong and immediate response, with severe penalties and adequate compensation for the victims. We cannot allow those who save lives to be treated like targets.”
The question that arises spontaneously is: how long will we have to witness these scenes of unprecedented violence? How long will our heroes in white coats be forced to wear armor to go to work? It is time to act, to change course and to guarantee everyone the right to health and safety.”
Article published on 22 September 2024 - 19:29
