More than 18-hour wait for urgent patients at Loures hospital

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The average waiting time for urgent patients exceeded 18 hours at 10:20 a.m. today at the Beatriz Ângelo Hospital in Loures, with a waiting list of almost 60 people, according to data from the SNS Portal.

The waiting time at Beatriz Ângelo Hospital was 18 hours and 33 minutes at 10:20 am, when the maximum recommended waiting time is 60 minutes.

According to the data, 59 patients were waiting with a yellow wristband (urgent) to be seen by the doctor.

The data presented on the National Health Service Portal refers to the average waiting time for care in the last two hours and the number of patients presented illustrates the people who are currently waiting for care, after triage.

Hervé Hubert
Hervé Hubert
Hervé Hubert is a 55-year-old writer and journalist based in Porto, Portugal. Born in France, he brings a unique blend of French and Portuguese perspectives to his work. Education Hervé studied Journalism and Literature at the University of Lyon in France. After completing his studies, he gained valuable experience working with various French media outlets (Portugal France also). Career He worked for several years as a journalist in France before making the move to Portugal. In Porto, he joined the Portugal Pulse team as a staff writer. Skills Hervé specializes in storytelling, investigative journalism, and cultural commentary. He has a flair for capturing complex issues in a relatable way. Personal Life He currently resides in Porto and enjoys the city's rich culture, from Fado music to Francesinha cuisine. Hervé continues to maintain strong ties to his French heritage, often traveling back to France for family visits and cultural exploration. With his unique background and diverse skill set, Hervé Hubert adds a layered, multicultural lens to every story he covers.

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