Report Reveals High Death Rate for Palliative Care Waitlist in Portugal

A report by Portugal's Health Regulatory Entity (ERS) indicates that 53% of patients died while waiting for palliative care in 2024, with the average waiting time increasing to 16 days and admissions falling. The Portuguese Association for Palliative Care (APCP) highlights 'serious structural failures'.

26 Feb, 21:11 — 26 Feb, 21:11

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53% morreram à espera de cuidados paliativos em 2024

Relatório da ERS revela que tempo médio de espera subiu para 16 dias e admissões caíram para 33%. APCP fala em "falhas estruturais graves" e situação "eticamente inaceitável".

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Report Reveals High Death Rate for Palliative Care Waitlist in Portugal

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53% morreram à espera de cuidados paliativos em 2024

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