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Balearic clinics prepare — is that enough for the flu wave?

Why Mallorca Hospitals Postpone Non-Urgent Surgery During Flu Season

Postponing non-urgent surgery can ease hospital pressure in Mallorca, but it also affects patients on waiting lists.

Published: April 21, 2026
Balearic clinics prepare — is that enough for the flu wave?

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Should non-urgent operations be postponed during flu season in Mallorca?

Postponing non-urgent operations can free up staff and operating rooms when hospitals are under pressure. In Mallorca, that may help manage the flu wave, but it also delays treatment for people waiting for procedures such as joint surgery or cataract care. The benefit for hospitals has to be weighed against the impact on patients who are already waiting.

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