A study spanning 23 European countries found that Ireland has the sixth lowest level of satisfaction with the public health system. Only 39% of Irish people were satisfied, with issues including difficulty in getting appointments and lack of hospital beds. Many expressed willingness to pay for better quality healthcare and desire for more affordable medications. Factors suggested for improvement included increasing pay for medical professionals and merging health-related services in pharmacies. While physical health was generally rated as good, rates of overweight were high. Satisfaction with mental health was also notable, but concerns were raised about the impact of social media on mental health.
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Fewer than two-in-five people in Ireland satisfied with public health system
