ASPECTS CONCERNING THE STATE OF THE HEALTH SECTOR AT THE LEVEL OF NATURAL PROTECTED AREAS ROSCI0045 JIUL CORRIDOR, ROSPA0010 BISTREȚ AND NATURE RESERVES DRĂNIC FOSSIL SITE-2391 AND THE ZĂVAL FOREST- IV.33+A6

Abstract

The paper refers to some defining aspects of the medical sector for the Protected Areas ROSCI0045 Jiu Corridor, ROSPA0010 Bistreț and the Natural Reservations Locul Fosilifer Drănic-2391 and Pădurea Zăval- IV.33+A6, based on three particular indicators: health units (numerical), existing beds in health units (numerical) and medical and health personnel (numerical). The previously mentioned protected areas refer to 56 UATs (37 from Dolj County, 17 from Gorj County, one from Mehedinți County, one from Olt County).
The number of healthcare units increased from 2,023 in 2017 to 2,254 in 2021, the patient accommodation capacity increased from 3,988 to 4,793 beds, for the entire area, and the number of medical and healthcare personnel increased from 9,497 to 10,612 employees.
By providing adequate health services, the impact on fragile ecosystems can be reduced and an attitude of respect and care for the natural environment can be promoted. The large number of health facilities and the variety of types of health facilities within the protected area are essential for ensuring access to quality health care, protecting the health and well-being of the population, and conserving the environment.