The Strike at INEM (National Institute of Medical Emergencies) prompted criticism from Joana Bordalo e Sá, who considered the stoppage as a "confession of the total failure of the policy" of the Minister of Health, Ana Paula Martins.
Joana Bordalo e Sá warned of the direct impact of the strike on emergencies, on wait times, and on delayed appointments, highlighting the immediate consequences for users of the health system.
The official also noted that the reduction in the budget execution rate planned until 2028 reflects, in her assessment, a lack of political will on the part of the government.
The situation highlights tensions in the health sector in Portugal, with the labor conflict calling into question the quality of services provided to citizens.
