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Demand for gastroenteritis medication has increased

Açoriano Oriental28 August 2026 at 10:55

Demand for medication to treat gastroenteritis has been increasing. Pharmacies in São Miguel are recording higher demand for drugs intended to combat this disease.

Despite the increased demand, pharmacies continue to ensure stock of the medications used to treat patients. Pharmaceutical establishments guarantee there is availability of the necessary drugs.

The increased demand is related to the high number of gastroenteritis cases that have been recorded in São Miguel. The situation has led more people to pharmacies seeking treatment.

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