Ulla Schmidt

German Federal Minister of Health

Ulla Schmidt - German Federal Minister of Health
Born

June 13th, 1949
75 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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An educator and politician, served as the Federal Minister of Health in Germany from 2001 to 2009. Focused on health care reforms and policies that aimed to improve the German health system. Worked on initiatives related to health insurance and prevention strategies, advocating for better health care access for citizens. Played a significant role in establishing health care regulations and frameworks during tenure.

Served as Federal Minister of Health

Implemented health care reforms in Germany

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