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Kicillof Touts 92% Mental Health Plan Progress, Casts Province as 'Shield' Against Milei

The remarks at a mental health conference in Ensenada served a campaign message ahead of the October 26 legislative elections.

Overview

  • Kicillof led the 6th Provincial Mental Health Conference at Hospital El Dique in Ensenada with Health Minister Nicolás Kreplak and local officials.
  • The provincial government presented a public balance showing 92.3% completion of goals in the 2022–2027 mental health plan, advancing a shift to community-based, integrated care.
  • The governor said Buenos Aires Province will be a “network and shield” against what he describes as Milei’s state-dismantling policies, calling them an attack on health workers.
  • He argued the national administration is failing to meet its obligations while the Province opens community mental health centers and invests in hospital infrastructure.
  • Authorities toured construction progress at the Beatriz Perosio Community Mental Health Center and an Innovation and Technology room funded by Fundación Banco Provincia.