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Oliveira de Azeméis Hospital closed due to cockroach infestation

A cockroach outbreak led to the closure of the hospital, with services being transferred to nearby facilities.

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The presence of cockroaches was detected at Oliveira de Azeméis Hospital on Monday, prompting immediate action to address the issue. On Tuesday, the most affected services were closed, according to local sources.

The municipality stated that services are expected to resume on Thursday, following necessary disinfection and safety assurances.

In the meantime, patients from the hospital are being transferred to other healthcare facilities in the nearby towns of Feira and Ovar to minimize the impact on medical assistance.

Authorities are monitoring the situation, seeking a solution that allows for the swift reopening of Oliveira de Azeméis Hospital while ensuring public health protection.

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