Health and Politics Clash: Controversy Erupts Over Cancer League President's Claims
Diário De Notícias Madeira7 months ago
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Health and Politics Clash: Controversy Erupts Over Cancer League President's Claims

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Summary:

  • Pedro Ramos accuses Ricardo Sousa of mixing health with political interests.

  • Sousa's interview criticized the government's medication availability.

  • Ramos assures the Regional Government is finding solutions.

  • He highlights the waste in medications as a major concern.

  • Recent data shows 26 tons of unused medications in 18 months.

Accusations of Political Motives

Pedro Ramos, the regional secretary of health, has accused Ricardo Sousa, president of the Regional Section of the Portuguese League Against Cancer (NR-LPCC), of mixing health issues with political interests. This accusation follows Sousa's recent interview with DIÁRIO, where he expressed frustration over the choices and priorities of Miguel Albuquerque's government.

Criticism of the Health System

During a ceremony for the delivery of two ambulances for non-urgent patient transport, Ramos was confronted with criticisms aimed at SESARAM, particularly regarding medication shortages in oncology. In response, he stated: “If we look at the interventions from the head of the NR-LPCC, he talks about medications, then candidates, and other people, so he is not really talking about health.”

Calls for Medication Availability

In Sousa's interview titled ‘“Medication must not be lacking” for cancer patients,’ he directed multiple criticisms at Albuquerque's government.

Government's Stance on Health Solutions

Ramos downplayed the criticism from various sectors, assuring that the Regional Government is close to finding solutions. He described the situation as political exploitation, asserting that health services in Madeira are improving, even compared to the issues faced by the SNS on the mainland.

Addressing Medication Shortages

He pointed out the protagonists who visit various entities, public or private, to speak about medication shortages. “If there are 100 institutions, we will have 100 days reporting shortages, even when the medications are already allocated,” he rebutted.

Concerns Over Waste in Healthcare

Ramos expressed that his biggest concern in healthcare is waste. “Investment in medication does not worry me, as people need treatment. What worries me is the waste in medication.” Recent data revealed 26 tons of unused medications in just a year and a half, with 17 tons in 2023 and an additional 9 tons in the first half of 2024.

Sustainability in Healthcare

He concluded by emphasizing the need to consider that the sustainability of the system depends on how we utilize it.

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