The Porto Oncology Institute (IPO Porto) continues to await the removal of asbestos from its building, despite ongoing monitoring showing no airborne contamination. This situation raises concerns about long-term health risks for staff and patients, even with current safety measures. Separately, a recent national teacher placement competition resulted in only 213 new hires across the country. This low number has sparked debate regarding staffing levels within the Portuguese education system. The asbestos issue at IPO Porto remains unresolved, highlighting potential infrastructure challenges within public buildings. Authorities maintain the site is currently safe, but plan for full removal is pending. The teacher placement results underscore ongoing difficulties in addressing personnel shortages in schools nationwide.