Call for Enhanced Medical Facilities in Lagos
Hospital Terras do Infante Faces Urgent Equipment Deficiencies: Lagos City Council Calls for Action
The Lagos City Council has taken a stand, urging both the central government and the Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS) to take immediate action to address critical equipment deficiencies at Hospital Terras do Infante. The motion, approved by the council, highlights several key areas of concern, including the lack of multifunction monitors, emergency vehicles in the operating room, computed tomography (CT) scanners, and malfunctioning radiography and electrocardiograph equipment [1].
These shortages, according to the motion, compromise the quality of healthcare provided to the population. Despite the lack of specific action plans in the motion, the municipality has responded, expressing a willingness to collaborate in strengthening medical diagnostic equipment [1].
In response, ULS has confirmed that it has addressed healthcare professionals’ demands, notably by hiring more human resources. Additionally, ULS indicates that a major investment package is forthcoming, which may imply improvements in infrastructure and equipment soon [2].
Local authorities are emphasizing the need for immediate action to resolve these equipment deficiencies. The municipality aims to defend the population's right to health, support the dignity of healthcare professionals, and ensure good performance of these professionals [1].
The situation in the healthcare facilities requires resolution, and the municipality's actions are not limited to the Algarve Local Health Unit or the central government. The municipality's goal includes addressing the current situation in healthcare facilities and ensuring the provision of quality healthcare to the population [1].
Sources:
[1] Lagos City Council (2022) Urgent action needed to address equipment deficiencies at Hospital Terras do Infante. [Online] Available at: https://www.lagoscm.pt/noticias/2022/04/23/urgente-acao-necessaria-para-resolver-deficiencias-em-equipamentos-no-hospital-terras-do-infante/
[2] Algarve Local Health Unit (2022) ULS responds to equipment concerns at Hospital Terras do Infante. [Online] Available at: https://ulsalgarve.pt/uls-responde-a-preocupacoes-em-equipamentos-no-hospital-terras-do-infante/
- The Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS) is planning to invest in major equipment upgrades at Hospital Terras do Infante to address concerns related to medical-conditions diagnoses and health-and-wellness, following the Lagos City Council's approval of a motion that highlighted the need for improved equipment such as multifunction monitors, emergency vehicles in the operating room, computed tomography (CT) scanners, radiography, and electrocardiograph equipment.
- In a bid to improve the quality of healthcare and response to urgent medical-conditions, the Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS) has already taken steps by addressing healthcare professionals’ demands, including hiring additional staff and promising further improvements, with the ultimate goal of ensuring the Algarve region's health-and-wellness infrastructure meets the needs of its population.
