Since Monday 8 January, there are three health centers in the Local Health Unit of Lezíria (ULS da Lezíria) with extended opening hours: Cartaxo, Rio Mayor and Santarem.
Lezíria ULS highlights the importance of users seeking out their family doctor for acute illnesses (non-urgent or emergency), so they can have close monitoring rather than one-off appointments.
The primary health care option in cases of non-emergency acute illnesses, such as mild to moderate respiratory symptoms, contributes to improving care for users and reducing pressure on emergency services in hospitals.
At this time of increasing demand for healthcare, the aim is for these three health centers to be an alternative to the demand for emergency services in hospitals for cases of acute illness, ensuring response at night, after work and at the end of the day. . week.
Residents should follow the recommendations of the General Directorate of Health regarding cold temperatures and flu-like symptoms, as well as… Use the health line (808 24 24 24) Before seeking health care.
In addition to regular business hours, these three health centers are also open at the times shown in the following table:
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