Currently, many residents of the Beira Interior region must frequently travel to cities such as Coimbra, Porto, or Lisbon to access oncology consultations, examinations, and treatments. These journeys represent a significant physical, emotional, and financial burden for patients and their families.
The petition requests the Assembly of the Republic to conduct a feasibility study for the establishment of this healthcare facility in the region. The project also foresees strengthening patient transport mechanisms and enhancing coordination between municipalities, health units, and the Ministry of Health, with the goal of ensuring more accessible and effective care.
Community participation is considered crucial for the success of this cause. The petition can be signed online via the Parliament's participation portal or in person at the Belmonte Municipal Council's Reception during business hours.
The Municipality of Belmonte invites its citizens to join this action, advocating for closer, more humane, and appropriate access to oncology care for the population of the Beira Interior, emphasizing that the quality of healthcare should not depend on where one lives.
