The Order of Physiotherapists requested a parliamentary hearing, as it had done in the previous legislature, which was granted by the 9th Health Committee and held on 12 July. The aim was to raise awareness of the creation of National Physiotherapist Day, to be celebrated on 30 September, the date that coincides with the creation of the Order.
During the hearing, President António Lopes, accompanied by 1st Vice-President Nuno Cordeiro, presented the proposal, highlighting the importance of the initiative "to value, recognise and promote physiotherapy and the profession of physiotherapist, increasing visibility among citizens".
Throughout the session, several points and benefits in favour of the creation of the date were highlighted:
- Favouring the creation of public policies and the development of the profession;
- Strengthening the identity and pride of professionals, promoting greater unity and cohesion;
- Organisation of events, lectures, workshops and activities that highlight the importance of physiotherapy and the role of physiotherapists in society.
- Promoting education and awareness campaigns about the importance of physiotherapy services and the contribution of physiotherapists.
In addition to the hearing with the Health Committee, the Order of Physiotherapists requested meetings with all the political parties represented in Parliament, having already met with PCP, IL, CDS-PP, CHEGA and PSD. At these meetings, which took place before and after the parliamentary hearing and also symbolise another important step in the promotion of National Physiotherapist Day, as they seek to obtain as much political support as possible for the initiative, the Order's position on other topical issues was presented, particularly with regard to the autonomous management of Physiotherapy Units.
Consult here the President's intervention at the 9th Health Commission.
