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Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Azoreans with stroke diagnosis to be treated in the Region
Azoreans with stroke diagnosis to be treated in the Region
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
“Longevity Revolution – Community Edition” programme kicks off in Fenais da Luz
“Longevity Revolution – Community Edition” programme kicks off in Fenais da Luz
Secretaria Regional da Saúde e Segurança Social
Press release
Press release
May 21, 2026
Azoreans with stroke diagnosis to be treated in the Region
April 21, 2026
“Longevity Revolution – Community Edition” programme kicks off in Fenais da Luz
November 12, 2025
Press release
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Nota de Imprensa
May 21, 2026
Azoreans with stroke diagnosis to be treated in the Region
The Government of the Azores will introduce the thrombectomy procedure in the Autonomous Region of the Azores before the end of this year, so that patients in the Azores diagnosed with a stroke and for whom this procedure is clinically indicated can receive treatment within the Region. The measure stems from a project presented by the Clinical Directorate of the Divino Espírito Santo Hotel (HDES) to the Regional Directorate for Health and will be carried out in partnership with the national community of Interventional Neuroradiology. The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, pointed out that “this implementation represents a decisive step forward in improving the quality of healthcare provided in the Region,” emphasising that the Azores “will no longer be the only Region in the country where this procedure is not performed.” The aim of implementing this clinical service for Regional Health Service users is to avoid the transfer of patients requiring this procedure outside the Region. Between 2024 and 2025, 78 transfers were carried out to the Autonomous Region of Madeira for this purpose. The Regional Secretary also highlighted other initiatives carried out by HDES, even in the wake of the constraints caused by the fire, notably the use of AI tools in radiology, which have improved diagnostic capabilities in emergencies and accelerated clinical response times. Another notable project is the STOP Infection 2.0 programme, which has led to a significant reduction in hospital infection rates between 2022 and 2025, whilst also contributing to a reduction in the length of hospital stays and cumulative savings of over €400,000. For Mónica Seidi, these measures demonstrate “the Regional Health Service’s capacity for innovation, expertise and development,” adding that the Regional Government’s goal is to “ensure increasingly specialised, safe and accessible care for the Azorean population." The project for the introduction of thrombectomy is currently in the planning stage and is expected to become operational in the final quarter of 2026.
May 21, 2026
Azoreans with stroke diagnosis to be treated in the Region
The Government of the Azores will introduce the thrombectomy procedure in the Autonomous Region of the Azores before the end of this year, so that patients in the Azores diagnosed with a stroke and for whom this procedure is clinically indicated can receive treatment within the Region. The measure stems from a project presented by the Clinical Directorate of the Divino Espírito Santo Hotel (HDES) to the Regional Directorate for Health and will be carried out in partnership with the national community of Interventional Neuroradiology. The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, pointed out that “this implementation represents a decisive step forward in improving the quality of healthcare provided in the Region,” emphasising that the Azores “will no longer be the only Region in the country where this procedure is not performed.” The aim of implementing this clinical service for Regional Health Service users is to avoid the transfer of patients requiring this procedure outside the Region. Between 2024 and 2025, 78 transfers were carried out to the Autonomous Region of Madeira for this purpose. The Regional Secretary also highlighted other initiatives carried out by HDES, even in the wake of the constraints caused by the fire, notably the use of AI tools in radiology, which have improved diagnostic capabilities in emergencies and accelerated clinical response times. Another notable project is the STOP Infection 2.0 programme, which has led to a significant reduction in hospital infection rates between 2022 and 2025, whilst also contributing to a reduction in the length of hospital stays and cumulative savings of over €400,000. For Mónica Seidi, these measures demonstrate “the Regional Health Service’s capacity for innovation, expertise and development,” adding that the Regional Government’s goal is to “ensure increasingly specialised, safe and accessible care for the Azorean population." The project for the introduction of thrombectomy is currently in the planning stage and is expected to become operational in the final quarter of 2026.
Nota de Imprensa
April 21, 2026
“Longevity Revolution – Community Edition” programme kicks off in Fenais da Luz
The Regional Government, through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, will promote the first event under the “Longevity Revolution – Communities Edition” programme on May 2. It is aimed at the residents of the municipality of Ponta Delgada. The initiative runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fenais da Luz Cultural Centre, and is organised by the Regional Directorate for Health in partnership with the local Parish Council and the Casa do Povo de Fenais da Luz (private social solidarity institution). This event is part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, which is included in the Regional Health Plan 2030. Its primary goal is to raise awareness within the community about adopting healthy lifestyles throughout the entire life cycle. The session is open to the entire population, regardless of age, and is based on a practical and participatory approach focused on the six pillars of a healthy lifestyle: a balanced diet, regular physical activity, mental wellbeing, quality sleep, positive social relationships and avoidance of risky behaviours. The initiative will feature family doctor Filipa Rebelo, who specialises in Lifestyle Medicine, and psychologist Patrícia Santos, who will provide moments of sharing, reflection and practical activities, promoting behavioural change as well as individual and community responsibility for health. The parish of Fenais da Luz has been selected as a pilot community for this programme. In this regard, the Azorean Government intends to gradually extend it to other communities in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, bringing public health policies closer to the people. The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, pointed out that “this initiative reflects the Regional Government’s commitment to bringing health promotion closer to communities, encouraging every citizen to take an active role in improving their quality of life.” Participation is free and open to the community.
April 21, 2026
“Longevity Revolution – Community Edition” programme kicks off in Fenais da Luz
The Regional Government, through the Regional Secretariat for Health and Social Security, will promote the first event under the “Longevity Revolution – Communities Edition” programme on May 2. It is aimed at the residents of the municipality of Ponta Delgada. The initiative runs from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Fenais da Luz Cultural Centre, and is organised by the Regional Directorate for Health in partnership with the local Parish Council and the Casa do Povo de Fenais da Luz (private social solidarity institution). This event is part of the Regional Programme for the Promotion of Active and Healthy Ageing, which is included in the Regional Health Plan 2030. Its primary goal is to raise awareness within the community about adopting healthy lifestyles throughout the entire life cycle. The session is open to the entire population, regardless of age, and is based on a practical and participatory approach focused on the six pillars of a healthy lifestyle: a balanced diet, regular physical activity, mental wellbeing, quality sleep, positive social relationships and avoidance of risky behaviours. The initiative will feature family doctor Filipa Rebelo, who specialises in Lifestyle Medicine, and psychologist Patrícia Santos, who will provide moments of sharing, reflection and practical activities, promoting behavioural change as well as individual and community responsibility for health. The parish of Fenais da Luz has been selected as a pilot community for this programme. In this regard, the Azorean Government intends to gradually extend it to other communities in the Autonomous Region of the Azores, bringing public health policies closer to the people. The Regional Secretary for Health and Social Security, Mónica Seidi, pointed out that “this initiative reflects the Regional Government’s commitment to bringing health promotion closer to communities, encouraging every citizen to take an active role in improving their quality of life.” Participation is free and open to the community.
