Political parties in the Assembly of the Republic have reached a consensus on the need to formally recognize fibromyalgia as a chronic disease. Following two public petitions submitted in 2024, various parliamentary groups are now proposing resolutions to include the condition in the official list maintained by the Directorate-General of Health (DGS). The initiative aims to reinforce support for patients and update national disability tables.
Parties reach consensus on recognizing fibromyalgia as chronic disease
Tuesday, 2 June 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
The DGS (Direção-Geral da Saúde) is Portugal's central public health authority, responsible for setting health policy guidelines, managing vaccination programs, disease surveillance, and public health campaigns. It operates under the Ministry of Health.
The DGS issues clinical guidelines (normas) that health professionals across Portugal follow, manages the national vaccination schedule, coordinates responses to disease outbreaks, and publishes health statistics. It became widely known during the COVID-19 pandemic as the lead agency for public health guidance.
For residents, the DGS is the authoritative source for vaccination schedules, health alerts, and clinical guidance. Its recommendations shape how hospitals and health centers deliver care across the country.
