[Breaking News] Government: Unilateral Cancellation of Reserved Patient Appointments Constitutes 'Refusal of Treatment'... Strict Action Against Illegal Acts

On the 13th, the government stated regarding the medical community's announcement of a collective strike on the 18th, "Unilaterally canceling medical appointments for patients who have already made reservations without the patient's consent and without a specific change in the treatment plan may constitute refusal of medical treatment prohibited under Article 15 of the Medical Service Act."

It added, "The government will prioritize the lives and health of the people, firmly maintain the emergency medical system, and respond strictly to illegal activities."