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Taking action to fight growing doctor deficit.

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Switzerland is heading towards a shortfall of doctors. Some cantons want to tackle the problem by relaxing the so-called ‘numerus clausus’, legislation limiting access to medical studies at universities. Others are trying to make the job more attractive by improving conditions. (SF/swissinfo.ch)

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