Council for Persons with Disabilities discusses medical rehabilitation access

The Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities held its fourteenth session, chaired by Fatmir Đeka, the Minister of Human and Minority Rights. The meeting focused on initiatives to improve the regulatory framework governing the right to medical rehabilitation and spa treatment, specifically addressing the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Participants emphasized the necessity of ensuring timely, continuous, and equal access to healthcare services to maintain independence and quality of life. Council member Nataša Anastasov highlighted the need to re-examine criteria for rehabilitation services, particularly for those with severe physical disabilities, paralysis, and children or youth with developmental impairments.

The Council also discussed the application of Article 61 of the Law on Unified Disability Assessment and its potential impact on exercising rights. A dedicated thematic session will be held to further address this specific legal article.