Sláintecare Implementation Progress Report 2024: Staff Increases and Access Improvements (drugsandalcohol.ie)

• Health service staffing increased by 24% to ~148,268 since 2020
• Over-12-month waiting lists reduced by 12%
• 95% GP participation in Chronic Disease Management programme

"The Sláintecare 2024 progress report shows a 24% increase in health staff since 2020, reaching 148,268 employees. Waiting lists for over 12 months reduced by 12%. 95% of GPs signed up to the Chronic Disease Management programme. 2,770 consultants signed the Public Only Consultant Contract. Free GP visit cards expanded to 50% of population. New health regions established. Digital Health App trialled. Report sets path for 2025+."