"Os invisíveis indispensáveis da Saúde"

Auxiliary Health Technicians in Portugal, numbering around 120,000, are often overlooked in media discussions about healthcare. They earn slightly above the minimum wage and face high burnout rates, with over 70% experiencing total burnout. This group, referred to as the 'Invisible Indispensables', lacks recognition and a professional code of ethics, despite their crucial role in patient care. Many are older, with an average age of 58, and the profession is unattractive due to low pay and demanding tasks. They seek acknowledgment and respect for their contributions to healthcare.