Dr Marius denounces the health risk for retirees

Dr Marius emphasized the difficulties faced by the elderly. According to Le Quotidien 509, more than 90% of Haitian workers are in the informal economy and do not benefit from adequate social protection.

"Protecting the pension without protecting the health of the retiree is like protecting income while leaving the person vulnerable," he added. This underscores the importance of taking measures to ensure adequate healthcare coverage for retirees.

Economic and Social Context

Dr Marius sheds light on Haiti's economic and social realities, where more than half of current health expenses are paid directly by households. This situation makes the financial risk associated with illness even more concerning for a retiree.

Proposed Solutions

The forum proposed several avenues to improve assistance for the elderly, including establishing a minimum level of health protection. It also suggests that essential care should be accessible without exclusive financial support from the retiree.