More than 576,000 People Are Chronically Ill, a New Record (but There Are Still Bright Spots).

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A record number of over 576,000 people received disability benefits in 2025 because they had been at home sick for more than a year. This is evident from figures from the RIZIV reported by De Tijd and De Morgen. However, beneath the surface, a hopeful trend can be seen here and there.

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It is a historic summit: 576.643 Belgians have now been unable to work for more than a year and...

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05:00 In 2025, over 576,000 people in our country received a disability benefit because they had been at home sick for more than a year. Despite that record figure, Minister Frank Vandenbroucke sees a positive signal...