WHO Warns of Looming Health Worker Shortage in Europe

WHO Warns of Looming Health Worker Shortage in Europe
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued a report warning that Europe is becoming increasingly dependent on foreign doctors and nurses. According to Euronews, the report projects that Europe will face a shortage of nearly 950,000 health workers by 2030.

The WHO’s data reveals a significant trend: between 2014 and 2023, the number of newly arriving doctors from outside Europe tripled, while the number of nurses increased fivefold. Approximately 60% of new doctors and 72% of new nurses received their training outside the region.

This growing reliance on foreign-trained staff is exacerbating regional healthcare gaps and placing additional strain on health systems. The report attributes this pressure to an aging population and the widespread retirement of current healthcare professionals.