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Challenges and evolution of the Italian National Health Service: between crisis and reform

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Published
4 August 2025
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Letters to the Editor
DOI
10.4081/itjm.2025.2100

Abstract

Dear Editor,
The Italian National Health Service (Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, SSN), established in 1978, was designed to provide equitable access to comprehensive care for all citizens...

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