The Misericórdia of Vale de Cambra plans to expand its nursing home capacity from 100 to 120 beds and its home support service from 65 to 100 users by the end of 2026. The expansion of home support services has already been approved by Social Security, while the nursing home extension requires minor interior works and formal approval by the Social Security Institute.
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The Lisbon Municipal Assembly has approved the 'Menos Ruído' (Less Noise) program regulation, which provides funding for acoustic insulation works in residential buildings. The initiative targets approximately 3,600 homes in the municipalities of Lisbon, Almada, Loures, and Vila Franca de Xira, utilizing a 10 million euro fund allocated by the government.
The death toll at the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Veiros nursing home in Estremoz has reached seven following an Influenza A outbreak that began on September 20. Currently, one patient remains hospitalized in Évora, while authorities, including the Health Inspectorate (IGAS) and the Public Prosecutor's Office, have opened inquiries into the management of the outbreak and the response provided to the residents.
The Inspectorate-General of Health Activities (IGAS) has launched an inquiry into the care provided at the Santa Casa da Misericórdia de Veiros nursing home in Estremoz following a Influenza A outbreak that resulted in six deaths. The investigation is reviewing clinical monitoring, infection control, hospital referrals, and institutional coordination, while a separate inquiry by the Public Prosecutor's Office is also ongoing.