A poll to determine the level of the tzibur’s satisfaction with Israel’s Ministry of Health is being hidden by the ministry. It appears the poll resulted in determining a widespread lack of satisfaction with the ministry’s performance, with the worst rating given to the ministry’s unit which address complaints from the public.

According to a report appearing in the Tuesday issue of the Yisrael Hayom newspaper, the poll shows the level of satisfaction being moderate to lower after polling 1,100 persons regarding the various units in the ministry. The lowest grade was given to the ministry’s ombudsman’s office.

The highest grades were given to the ministry’s health professionals, including physicians, pharmacists and psychologists. The rating from the special needs community for the ministry was exceptionally low, with a satisfaction rate of only 43%.

The unit granting permits for medical equipment enjoys a 95% satisfaction rating as compared to the pharmaceutical unit, which has a rating of 46%.

According to the report, the ministry’s spokesman refused to release the poll, but the newspaper was able to receive a copy under the freedom of information law.

(YWN Israel Desk – Jerusalem)