The union has accused ULS Alto Ave of imposing additional work on health centres, leading to a strike that will continue until 30 June unless negotiations occur. The union emphasizes the need for a change in the administration's approach to resolve the ongoing issues.
Union accuses ULS Alto Ave of imposing extra work at health centres
Saturday, 21 February 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
ULS Alto Ave is the Alto Ave Local Health Unit (Unidade Local de Saúde do Alto Ave), a public body that runs hospitals and some primary-care services for the Ave area in northern Portugal. It is part of the National Health Service (Serviço Nacional de Saúde or SNS), and recent staff strikes have affected overtime and complementary work, so residents should check local hospital notices before visiting.
Primary care (Cuidados de Saúde Primários) is the first level of the health system — general practitioners, nurses and health centres that deliver prevention, vaccinations, flu testing, chronic‑care management and referrals to hospitals. Strong primary care capacity reduces unnecessary emergency visits, so closures or limited access at this level tend to increase pressure and waiting times in hospital emergency departments during seasonal surges.
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