Tracking health for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
Health · National NewsINEM's new helicopter fleet achieved 93% availability in its first six months, completing 319 patient transports. Performance data shows improved emergency response across rural Portugal.
Health · National NewsBarreiro's obstetric emergency unit closes March 2026, forcing pregnant women to travel 30-50 minutes to Almada. Critical info for expectant mothers in the region.
Health · National NewsInside Leiria's Hospital de Santo André handling 1,936 trauma cases after Storm Kristin. Recovery tips and government aid details for residents.
Health · National NewsPortugal's top cardiologists warn against new cardiac surgery centers, citing staff shortages. Learn why first appointments—not operating rooms—are the real bottleneck.
Health · PoliticsDoctors and nurses strike March 13 over Portugal's highest hospital parking fees. Learn why €612 annual charges threaten healthcare recruitment.
Health · National NewsPortugal residents face Europe's highest drug costs. EQUALMED study shows matching France's standards could prevent 1,577 deaths yearly.
Health · PoliticsPortugal's 39 ULS health units face leadership crisis as partisan appointments replace merit-based selection, threatening healthcare quality.
Health · National NewsBarreiro Hospital's emergency obstetric unit closes mid-March. Urgent cases redirect to Almada. Scheduled births continue. What expats and residents must know.
Health · National NewsBuki France sensory slime sold via Amazon poses serious health risks to children. Boron levels 380x above safe limits. Find model 2169 and get a refund now.