Following the Order issued by the Ministry of Internal Administration, published today, declaring a State of Alert across mainland Portugal, Joaquim Chaves Saúde announces that it will suspend its operations in mainland Portugal and Madeira on 11 November.
Above all, this decision aims to prioritise the safety of all employees and clients in view of the risks associated with the worsening weather conditions.
Through this decision, Joaquim Chaves Saúde is also contributing to the sustainability of public services by minimising the risks associated with the need for their intervention and freeing up essential resources to respond to a situation such as the one currently forecast.
Accordingly, on 11 November, all Clinical Analysis Centres in mainland Portugal, all Medical Clinics, the Radiotherapy and Oncology Clinics in mainland Portugal and Madeira, and Joaquim Chaves Fitness will be closed. All facilities located in the Autonomous Region of the Azores will remain open.
Exceptional and urgent laboratory services will continue to be provided through the dedicated telephone number: +351 214 124 300.