Honduras ex-health minister blames administrative incompetence for crisis, urges new minister and dialogue

Former Honduran Health Minister Elsa Palou publicly attributes the health system's deterioration to administrative incompetence, lack of planning, and political interference, arguing that budget increases have not improved care. She calls for the appointment of a new minister and dialogue to resolve the crisis. The statement signals internal political friction over health governance, but its direct impact is limited to domestic policy debate.