Why did this Italian village ban residents from falling ill?

The mayor of Belcastro, Calabria, issued a humorous decree to highlight the town's dire healthcare crisis. With emergency services over 45 km away and a frequently closed health centre, residents are urged to avoid illnesses or accidents due to inadequate medical assistance.

Why did this Italian village ban residents from falling ill?
The mayor of Belcastro, Calabria, issued a humorous decree to highlight the town's dire healthcare crisis. With emergency services over 45 km away and a frequently closed health centre, residents are urged to avoid illnesses or accidents due to inadequate medical assistance.