Portugal
After a stopped morning, the SNS computer system “began to recover slowly”
Publication: PÚBLICO
Author: publico@publico.pt
Source published: 19/10/2026, 10:58:38 UTC
Briefing created: 20/10/2026, 01:39:51 UTC
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Briefings
A computer system for the National Social Security Service (SNS) became unavailable from 10:00 to 12:30, with a slow recovery beginning at 12:30. Medical staff were unable to process prescriptions or review patient files during this outage.
Key points
- The SNS computer system was unavailable from 10:00 to 12:30, with a slow recovery starting at 12:30.
- Medical staff were unable to process prescriptions or review patient files during the outage.
Context
The SNS system outage prevented medical professionals from accessing critical administrative functions, specifically handling prescriptions and patient records.
Limitations
Evidence covers only the specific outage period between 10:00 and 12:30. Recovery speed and full system status are not documented.
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