To respond to non-emergency cases and relieve pressure on emergency cases, more than 230 health centers will be opened over the long Christmas holiday: 234 on Saturday, 191 on Sunday, and 187 on Monday.
Ministry of Health Announce Which will keep more than 230 health centers open during additional hours, from December 23 to 25, within the strategic plan for the seasonal health response – winter 2023-2024.
This Saturday they will be open 234 Health centers – Consultation list.
On Sunday (24), Christmas Eve, there will be 191 Open health centers Consultation list.
On Christmas Day they will be ready for action 187 Health centers – Consultation list.
“This communication aims to contribute to raising awareness among the population about Alternatives to emergency services In the event of a non-emergency acute illness, with the aim of reducing pressure on these services with care that could be provided in other parts of the National Health Service,” the ministry highlights.
Residents are advised to call the SNS 24 line in non-emergency cases, such as mild to moderate respiratory symptoms, to obtain advice and possible referral to the nearest health unit, and in emergency cases to call 112.
In 2023, the SNS 24 service answered about 1.8 million calls, with November recording the highest number of answered calls with more than 186,000 calls, followed by October with more than 173,000 calls.
The Ministry of Health states that: Proper use of health services allows timely response to patientsBeing crucial to improving the performance of the network of National Health Service units.”
It also praises “the commitment of health workers, especially during this season, and wishes safe and healthy celebrations for all residents.”
