Brasília – The federal government will invest R$18.4 billion to expand and modernize Brazil’s health infrastructure, according to the Ministry of Health. The resources will support the construction, renovation and expansion of Basic Health Units (UBS), Emergency Care Units (UPA), hospitals and specialized service centers, with the goal of strengthening regional care networks and improving access to essential services across the country. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to reduce structural gaps in the Unified Health System (SUS) and enhance service capacity.

The Ministry emphasized that investments will prioritize regions with limited infrastructure and high unmet healthcare needs, aiming to reduce territorial inequalities and improve care continuity. Projects include upgrades to diagnostic capacity, expansion of maternity and neonatal units, and modernization of equipment to support integrated care pathways. According to the government, the funding is expected to accelerate service delivery improvements beginning in 2026.

Source: Ministério da Saúde