Environment · HealthHeatwave Shuts Trails and Triggers Red Alerts Across Portugal
Portugal heatwave pushes 43°C, sparks fire bans, travel limits and health alerts. See safety rules and service changes before you head out today.
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Health · National NewsInquiry Splits Verdict on Two Pombal Deaths Amid EMS Strike
New IGAS report reviews two Pombal cardiac deaths during EMS strike, ruling only one avoidable. Learn what the findings mean for 112 users in Portugal.
Environment · HealthSaharan Heatwave Grips Portugal as Red Alerts Trigger Safety Measures
Portugal heatwave sparks red alerts in five districts. Learn hydration, travel and wildfire rules before your weekend inland road trip.
HealthCall First: Lisbon-Area Emergency Rooms Hit Staffing Crunch This Weekend
Expecting or parenting in Portugal? ER closures around Lisbon may reroute you 40 km. Call SNS 24 first to find open units and avoid long detours.
Health · TourismAlbufeira Health Raids Close Cafés, Warning Foreign Owners to Comply
ASAE closed four Albufeira venues over unsafe water and missing licences. Avoid €44k fines—check Algarve food safety rules before August peak.
Environment · HealthSaharan Heatwave Targets Portugal: What Foreign Residents Should Know
Portugal heatwave hits 38-43°C until 13 Aug. Learn cooling centres, travel limits, emergency numbers, and expat-friendly tips to stay safe.
Health · National NewsAmbulance Strike Absolved in Alentejo Fatality as Watchdog Highlights Emergency Gaps
Watchdog report finds Portugal ambulance strike didn't cause Alentejo death, but warns expats of ongoing emergency response delays. Read safety tips.
Environment · HealthLisbon Plots Shaded Walkways to Tame Scorching Summers
Lisbon's new shade corridors drop street temps by up to 12C and appear on Carris maps—plan cooler errands and bike rides this summer. Have your say.
Health · ImmigrationFree Lung CTs Coming to Portugal: What Long-Term Smokers Should Know
First national lung screening starts 2026 in Porto & Cascais. Heavy smokers aged 55-74 get free low-dose CTs via SNS—see how to qualify.