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Carneiro says there is a fourth death at Portimão Hospital and holds Montenegro responsible

The leader of the Socialist Party (PS) reported a fourth death at the Portimão Hospital, allegedly due to a lack of proper care. Following this and other recent management controversies, the Health Minister has announced the resignation of the two local health unit (ULS) leaders involved, one in Portimão and one in Aveiro.

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This highlights ongoing volatility and leadership changes within the regional health units in Portimão and Aveiro, which may impact administrative stability if you rely on services in these areas.

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