Region Västernorrland faces a severe staffing crisis this summer, raising concerns about patient safety.

Maria Strandberg, Health and Medical Director, reveals that critical departments like cardiology and emergency could face closures.

Internal reports recommend rationing care, prioritizing urgent cases while others wait.

The ongoing hiring freeze by the Vårdförbundet union exacerbates the situation, leading to hundreds of postponed operations.

Strandberg admits she cannot guarantee patient safety under current conditions.