Honduras Launches Emergency Push to Clear Surgery Backlogs
Published on Honduras Daily · Jun 20, 2026 · Originally reported June 20, 2026 by TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI)
Honduras declared a health emergency in February 2026 and launched a special program to cut surgical waiting lists, with Hospital San Felipe reporting more than 1,800 major surgeries in eight weeks, though doctors and lawmakers are seeking fuller data on spending and the nationwide impact.
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Also reported by: Secretaría de Salud