Nearly 15,000 nurses strike at major NYC hospitals

Approximately 14,000 nurses in New York City are set to go on strike at major hospitals starting Monday. The strike is related to stalled contract talks between the union and hospital administrators.

The nurses, who represent various healthcare unions, have been negotiating with hospital officials for several weeks. However, negotiations have not resulted in a new agreement, leading to the planned strike.

The strike is expected to impact hospitals across Manhattan and the Bronx, although specific details on which facilities will be affected are not yet available.

The strike comes during a severe flu season, which has already led to increased hospitalizations and staffing shortages. The union has expressed concerns about the impact of the strike on patient care and safety.

Hospital officials have stated that they will continue to provide essential services despite the strike, but some non-emergency procedures may be delayed or cancelled.

The strike is expected to last for several days, although a tentative agreement could be reached at any time.

Source: Google News World