Twins inquiry exposes stream of requests to former health secretary from political contacts

Investigation records reveal that former health secretary António Lacerda Sales frequently acted as an intermediary between political contacts and the clinical director of Santa Maria Hospital, Luís Pinheiro. The messages show requests regarding patient status, medical assistance for relatives, and hospital employment, including the high-profile case of the twins treated with Zolgensma. Sales, Pinheiro, and Nuno Rebelo de Sousa have been charged with offences related to unlawful conduct in public office and abuse of power.