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IGAS opens process to inspect Portimão Hospital's emergency service

The Health Regulatory Inspection (IGAS) has launched an inspection into the emergency department of the Hospital de Portimão. This follows the public reporting of two patient deaths and allegations of failures in the service.

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If you are a patient using the emergency services at Hospital de Portimão, be aware that the facility is currently under official investigation regarding the quality and safety of its emergency care.

SIC Notícias· 1d agoRead original ↗

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