Universidade Católica hosts a conference entitled ‘Paths to Consensus and Commitment for Health in Portugal’

On 3 July, Universidade Católica Portuguesa will host the conference ‘Paths to Consensus and Commitment for Healthcare in Portugal’ at its Lisbon headquarters.

The event is a key forum for political and social debate, focusing on gathering proposals from political parties regarding the strategic document currently under public consultation by the National Health Council.

The reception for participants is scheduled for 9.45 am, followed by the opening session at 10.00 am.

This opening session will feature addresses by the President of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Isabel Capeloa Gil; the Vice-Rector and member of the National Health Council, José Manuel Pereira de Almeida; and the Chair of the National Health Council, Víctor Ramos.

At 10.30 am, the critical review panel, chaired by Lucília Nunes, Vice-Chair of the Council, will begin with an opening presentation by Margarida Cruz, a member of the ACREDITAR Association.

Several political representatives have been invited to present their key points and specific contributions regarding the reforms and the direction of the sector.

The debate will continue throughout the morning, with a break at 11.30 am and proceedings resuming at 11.45 am. The conference will conclude with brief comments and a summary at 12.15 pm, with the official closing scheduled for 12.30 pm.

To attend in person, prior registration is required using the form provided.

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