Shortage of doctors delays Almada
There are obstetricians from Barreiro who have not yet accepted the move to Almada.
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Falta de médicos atrasa arranque da urgência de Obstetrícia
The opening of the new regional Obstetrics-Gynecology emergency at Hospital Garcia de Orta in Almada, Portugal, has been delayed due to a shortage of doctors. The plan, initially scheduled for March, is hindered by obstetricians at Hospital do Barreiro who have not agreed to transfer to Almada, complicating the organization of the service. Only three out of seven obstetricians from Barreiro have agreed to move, affecting the completion of staffing schedules and the establishment of joint teams among hospitals in Almada, Barreiro, and Setúbal. Authorities and local officials express concern about potential overburdening of Hospital Garcia de Orta and reduced access to maternal and infant care services in the region. The delay reflects ongoing challenges in reorganizing obstetric emergency services in the Setúbal Peninsula.
Lack of doctors prevents opening of central Emergency department in Almada
The Minister of Health promised the opening of the centralised emergency service for pregnant women on the South Bank of the Tagus “soon”, but there is no scheduled date.
Expresso
Interview with Inês de Medeiros: “We can only stop real estate speculation with heavy tax penalties based on price”
The Mayor of Almada felt that the municipality was sidelined despite having the highest number of displaced people due to the effects of the storms. Regarding national politics, she criticises the “neoliberal policy” followed by the Government in public services and proposes a solution: tax policy must be used to penalise those who attack public services.
Expresso
Almada emergency department opening date remains uncertain
Ana Paula Martins has walked back the March forecast for the regional emergency department of the Setúbal Peninsula. The opening depends on the joint staffing schedules of the hospitals in Almada, Barreiro, and Setúbal.
Observador
Minister does not provide a date for the opening of the new regional obstetric emergency unit in Almada
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.
Expresso
New regional obstetrics emergency unit in Almada to start once rosters are completed
According to the minister, the meetings have taken place in a very good atmosphere and in a spirit of collaboration and construction. She states that changes must be made with great caution to ensure nothing fails.
Público
O Sol da Caparica festival announces first names
The Alentejo band Vizinhos and Brazilian rapper Veigh have also been confirmed. The festival takes place between August 13 and 16 at the Costa da Caparica Urban Park in Almada.
Observador
GNR 'hunts' cleaning lady for theft in Almada
51-year-old woman arrested by soldiers from the Costa de Caparica station. Five gold items recovered.
Correio da Manhã
Sara Correia, Veigh, Vizinhos and Quim Barreiros at Sol da Caparica
Sara Correia, Veigh, Vizinhos and Quim Barreiros are the first confirmed names for the Sol da Caparica Festival, which will take place between 13 and 16 August at the Parque Urbano da Costa da Caparica. Artist Sara Correia, one of the most striking voices of the new generation of fado, will take the stage on 13 August. The performance by Veigh, one of the most prominent names in the new wave of Brazilian urban music, is scheduled for 14 August. The following day, it will be the turn of Vizinhos, an Évora phenomenon that has stood out for its irreverent approach, with hits such as Pôr do Sol. Quim Barreiros will take the stage on 16 August. Tickets for the 2026 edition are already available at blueticket.pt and at usual locations. The first sales phase starts with the 1st batch, which includes daily tickets (€28), 2-day passes (€48) and 4-day passes (€82). Sara Correia: “I like to sing other things, I just don't know how to sing in any other way. That is my fado.”
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