New Algarve health centre completed but unable to open

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Emergency room waiting times within recommended limits

Emergency services are currently operating within recommended waiting times. However, at the Amadora-Sintra hospital, over twenty patients are still waiting for an inpatient bed, despite the deployment of additional doctors from other services.

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Association for Health Equity Medicines wants a 5% price increase for generics

The Portuguese Association for Health Equity Medicines (AMES) is asking the government for a 5% price increase for generic and biosimilar drugs, citing rising energy and transport costs. The request aims to offset production and distribution expenses currently affecting these medications.

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Breast cancer treatment paradigm has shifted: there are now other therapies before surgery

Breast cancer treatment has evolved to include therapies administered before surgical intervention, moving away from immediate mastectomy as the standard first step. The shift emphasizes both scientific advancements and the holistic well-being of the patient, including psychological and emotional support.

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