Healthcare
Non-urgent patient transport costs 570,000 euros per day
Non-urgent patient transport within the National Health Service (SNS) has increased significantly in 2026, with over 2.9 million transports recorded between January and August. This represents an increase of 360,000 trips compared to the same period in 2025 and nearly double the volume of 2024, with an average of 12,043 transports per day for consultations, exams, and treatments such as oncology, hemodialysis, and physiotherapy.
Why it matters
While the total cost and volume of transport services are rising, if you rely on the SNS for treatments like hemodialysis or physiotherapy, you should be aware that the demand for these logistical services is currently at an all-time high, which may impact scheduling or availability for your appointments.Correio da ManhãRead original ↗
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