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Fewer and fewer people are relying solely on the NHS, with more opting for private healthcare
Tuesday, 13 January 2026
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More than half of people resort to self-medication and most do not tell their doctor
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More patients opting for private care as SNS access tightens
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Fewer and fewer people are relying solely on the NHS, with more opting for
private healthcare
6:27am, 13 Jan 2026 • CNN Portugal
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Fewer people are relying solely on the SNS and more are opting for
private care
12:12am, 13 Jan 2026 • RTP Notícias
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