Ana Paula Martins had estimated that the regional obstetric and gynaecology emergency unit for the Setúbal Peninsula could be operational by March, but stated this Wednesday that the date will be announced by the executive director of the National Health Service. It will start once the rosters are completed.
Minister does not provide a date for the opening of the new regional obstetric emergency unit in Almada
Wednesday, 11 March 2026RSS
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Ana Paula Martins is Portugal's Health Minister (Ministra da Saúde), and in this story she expressed concern about 'untruths' circulating regarding the National Health Service. She also said that waiting times for initial assessments during the current flu season have fallen this year, a point meant to reassure patients relying on public care.
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