IGAS will investigate the "quality and safety" of the care provided in the emergency department of Portimão

The investigation by IGAS into the emergency services at Portimão Hospital follows the deaths of two elderly patients who waited hours without being seen. Health Minister Ana Paula Martins dismissed the hospital's administration president and requested an urgent inspection to assess the quality and safety of care provided. The inspection will evaluate compliance with emergency medical service regulations and the adequacy of hospital coordination. IGAS will also check if minimum standards for staffing and training were met and whether triage systems were functioning properly. This intervention aims to identify discrepancies and ensure healthcare quality and safety.