Urgent Response Delays for Pregnant Women: What's Happening with SNS 24 in Portugal?

Delays in Response for Pregnant Women

The director of obstetrics and gynecology at Hospital de Santa Maria, Diogo Ayres de Campos, has acknowledged reports of delays in response times from the SNS 24 hotline for pregnant women. He stated, "We have received some reports of delays in response from the SNS 24 line."

Need for Swift Action

Dr. Ayres pointed out that the waiting time for calls has increased, although he did not specify the exact duration. He emphasized that this situation must be corrected promptly. For the current model to function effectively, where only urgent cases are attended to, the SNS 24 service must ensure a quick response. He also highlighted the importance of having open consultations available at health centers.

Calm in Obstetrics and Gynecology Emergencies

Despite the delays in response, the obstetrics and gynecology emergency department has maintained a calm atmosphere, consistent with previous nights, with few ambulances arriving at the service. Between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM, the waiting time displayed on the screens for orange and yellow wristbands remained at zero, while green wristbands reflected approximately 50 minutes of waiting time around 9:00 AM.