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Arch Hellen Med, 42(4), July-August 2025, 560-564 SPECIAL ARTICLE The shaping of health policies on the demographic issue in Greece V. Gardikou,1,2 A. Barbouni,1 A. Lagiou,1 T. Kremastinou,3 D. Laggas1 |
In our country, people are living longer and having fewer and fewer children. These two distinct demographic trends result in an aging population, a major public health issue. At the same time, a significant proportion of Greece's productive potential continues to migrate, causing unpleasant consequences for the economy and society. In addition, the economic situation of the country remains unstable, making it unattractive to immigrants, which exacerbates the demographic issue. Governments have shown inertia and a lack of real will to address the demographic problem, as they do not benefit directly from the legislation. This is because their impact can be seen over a decades-long horizon, and as a result, they do not capitalize on their policies. The economic component has been used as an alibi for incomplete and ineffective planning. Although the demographic problem is evolving slowly, it is a serious public health issue that requires immediate intervention. Strategic planning, the implementation of appropriate policies, and the adoption of best practices to reverse the negative natural and migratory balance are of paramount importance.
Key words: Aging, Demographics, Migration, Public health, Under-aging.
