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Evolution of the health workforce between 1996 and 2016, by categories
| Category | 1996 | 2007 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicians | 165 | 104 | 264 |
| Nurses | 357 | 300 | 1027 |
| Midwives | 67 | 177 | 141 |
| Technical staff | 276 | 199 | 244 |
| Support | 417 | 642 | 98 |
| Other (aux.) | 1043 | 696 | 399 |
| Total | 2325 | 2118 | 2173 |
Sources: PNDS I (1997), PNDS II (2008), DNRH (2016)
