The SNS 24 Line will integrate a call-back system and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions dedicated to acute respiratory illness situations by the end of the year. According to Público (subscription required), the implementation, ensured by the Shared Services of the Ministry of Health (SPMS) and Altice, the operator responsible for the line, aims to increase ...
SNS 24 Line to Implement AI to Improve Response Capacity
Wednesday, 3 December 2025RSS
Context & Explainers
If you need emergency care and a local ED is understaffed, call 112 for life‑threatening situations or contact the national health triage line (SNS 24) for urgent guidance; the operator can direct you to the nearest hospital with capacity or arrange an ambulance. As an expat, also consider local private hospitals or clinics if available and keep your health insurance details and ID ready to speed up admission.
