Autism: the myths that persist and the challenges of those who still encounter 'a great deal of resistance and prejudice'
A feature examining persistent myths about autism and the ongoing difficulties autistic people face when confronted with resistance and prejudice in society, services and workplaces.
The marginalised victims of the country's great taboo
Adverse reactions to COVID-19 vaccines affect real people. Relegated to isolation, silence and the margins of the healthcare system, politics and the justice system.
Portal da Queixa: State failing, citizens at breaking point, study concludes
A study by the consumer complaints platform Portal da Queixa finds that public institutions are failing to meet citizens' needs, leaving people pushed to their limits.
BE quer ouvir com "caráter de urgência" MAI sobre violência policial na esquadra do Rato
Revista de imprensa. Novo Banco avança para o Supremo contra Vieira e mensalidades de lares disparam
A press roundup reporting that Novo Banco has escalated legal action to the Supreme Court against Vieira, while monthly fees at residential care homes have risen sharply.
"I lost 25 years of my life": Even after the divorce, Maria reports persistent threats from her ex-partner
Maria lives in a shelter with her underage daughter. Despite having a panic button, she still does not feel safe.
How much medication can I bring in my luggage from Brazil (without a prescription)?
Asks about the quantity of medication travellers may carry from Brazil without a prescription, and about customs limits, documentation and restrictions that may apply.
Government supports APAV with €1.6 million
A protocol signed by the Government also includes funding for the APAV CARE network, with an additional annual allocation of €350,000 agreed for 2026–2028.
"I lost 25 years of my life": Even after the divorce, Maria reports persistent threats from her ex-partner
Maria lives in a refuge with her young daughter. Despite having a panic button, she still does not feel safe.
"We were punished for something for which we are not to blame." Tantura restaurant closes after antisemitic attacks
Tantura restaurant has shut its doors after a series of antisemitic attacks. The owners say “we were punished for something for which we are not to blame”, citing safety concerns and sustained hostility that made operating impossible.
Pills, Wills & Thrills – A rough guide to ageing as a 50+ foreigner in Portugal
For foreigners in Portugal, the process has additional complications and dimensions, which I will take a look at today, as we ponder the inescapable with a blend of gravity and The post Pills, Wills & Thrills – A rough guide to ageing as a 50+ foreigner in Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident.
The story of a manufactured 'incident'
This article is based on the testimony of a mother who fell victim to parental alienation and was gradually pushed away from her own daughter, despite never having stopped loving or caring for her.
President of the Republic promulgates new system for access to consultations and surgeries
The National System for Access to Consultations and Surgeries replaces a model that was approved more than 20 years ago.
President of the Republic promulgates law creating regional emergency departments after 'changes' introduced by the Government
The new law includes the 'changes proposed' by the Government, after Marcelo had requested the 'improvement' of the three decree-laws that envisage reforms to healthcare.
Man arrested for abusing his father in Porto
The suspect was placed under a restraining measure ordering him to stay away from and have no contact with the victim.
"He gave me an injection that left me practically impotent": woman abused by orthopaedic doctor recalls the trauma
The programme 'Doa a Quem Doer' also covers the case of the nurse accused of murder who has been on the run from the authorities for several months and was spotted in Morocco.
Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa expects to sign into law 'shortly' the SNS measures returned to the Government
The Portuguese president says he will soon sign into law the legislative measures for the National Health Service (SNS) that were returned to the Government for reconsideration.
Government says Marcelo requested 'refinement' of decrees
The Presidency of the Council of Ministers confirms that 'the Government received communications from the President of the Republic requesting the refinement of three decree-laws that would approve three important health reforms'.
FNAM says bills on health reforms returned by the President are based on incorrect and biased assumptions
The Federation's president said that the decision of the President of the Republic was 'the only possible one'.
3h — President of the Republic returns legislative instruments relating to the health sector to the Government
Live update (3h): President Marcelo has returned several decree-laws (diplomas) on the health sector to the Government, asking for improved formulations rather than vetoing the measures outright. The Government says it will identify opportunities to refine the texts and will not abandon the reform agenda; the move delays implementation and creates scope for legal, political and technical adjustments to the planned healthcare reforms.
Marcelo returns decree-laws to the Government to reform healthcare
The Government will “identify opportunities to improve the formulations initially approved” and will not abandon the measures.
The justice system in 2025: an assessment
An assessment of the state of the justice system in 2025, reviewing the year's main developments, challenges and outcomes.
Protection that makes a difference when it matters most
It's not true that, if you are incapacitated and have no income, there is no support available.
Hospital tried to charge a patient €150 for requesting a test result. It cannot do that
The Health Regulatory Authority (ERS) ordered Hospital Narciso Ferreira and the Irmandade Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Riba de Ave to provide the patient with the results and to refrain, “permanently”, from making access to results dependent on a payment.
