Free GP care to be expanded to another half a million people in Ireland

The video discusses a new government initiative to provide free GP care to an additional half a million people, focusing on children aged 6 and 7 and households with a median income of €47,000. The initiative aims to make healthcare more affordable and accessible, supporting universal healthcare goals. It also addresses the need for increased GP capacity by providing financial support to GP practices, enabling them to hire more staff and invest in their services. The shift from a hospital-based to a community-based healthcare system is emphasized, highlighting the central role of GPs in managing chronic diseases and improving access to diagnostics.

What is the primary goal of the government's new GP scheme?

• To provide free GP care to more people

• To increase the number of hospitals

• To build more schools

• To reduce taxes

Which age group of children is included in the new GP scheme?

• Children aged 6 and 7

• Children aged 5 and 6

• Children aged 3 and 4

• Children aged 8 and 9

What financial support is being provided to GPs under the new scheme?

• Tax exemptions

• Increased fees and support to hire more staff

• Free medical equipment

• Subsidized housing

What is the median household income considered for the GP scheme?

• €75,000

• €30,000

• €47,000

• €60,000

What is the broader healthcare shift mentioned in the initiative?

• From private to public healthcare

• From hospital-based to community-based

• From community-based to hospital-based

• From urban to rural healthcare