Sláintecare

Sláintecare is a proposed reform of the healthcare system of Ireland. Pronounced /ˈslɔːntʃəkɛər, ˈslɑːn-/ SLAWN-chə-kair, SLAHN-, the name is derived from sláinte [ˈsˠl̪ˠaːn̠ʲtʲə], the Irish word for "health."

The intent of the Sláintecare reforms is to achieve a universal single-tier health and social care system, which provides equitable access to services based on need, and not ability to pay. The Sláintecare programme enjoys the support of all parties in the Oireachtas.

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