Paramedics decide against hospitalizing child who later dies of pneumonia
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Estonia's healthcare system is facing significant challenges, with midwives raising alarms about the discontinuation of 24-hour hospital shifts and a potential exodus of healthcare workers. This comes amidst a tragic incident where a child suffering from pneumonia died after paramedics and a nurse decided against hospitalization. Karmen Joller, the Minister of Social Affairs, has also weighed in, suggesting that medical professionals should not deny treatment due to a lack of funds.
In the political arena, new public opinion polls are shedding light on potential shifts, identifying three possible prime ministerial candidates and six different coalition government configurations. This analysis is particularly relevant as the current government, led by Prime Minister Kristen Michal and composed of the Reform Party and Estonia 200, operates as a minority coalition. Meanwhile, a salary disparity has emerged, with advisors to President Ülle Madise reportedly earning significantly more than those working for the prime minister.
Other domestic news includes the retail chain Coop closing its Tallinn store and laying off all employees, and the head of Naiskodukaitse highlighting deficiencies in Estonia's crisis preparedness. An opinion piece has also questioned the accountability of Jüri Ratas, a Member of the European Parliament, and Kadri Simson, a former European Commissioner for Energy, regarding 18.5 million euros allocated for passenger services.