The Algarve Local Health Unit (ULS) has attributed recently reported wait times at hospitals in Faro and Portimão to errors within its computer system. This morning, both hospitals displayed inaccurate and inflated wait times publicly. The ULS assures the public that these times did not reflect reality. Officials claim the issue stemmed from a technical malfunction, not actual delays in patient care. They are working to correct the system errors and prevent future inaccuracies. The health unit has not specified the extent of the discrepancies or the duration of the inaccurate data display. Patients seeking accurate wait time information are advised to contact the hospitals directly.