Argentina: Healthcare workers to hold a 24-hour provincewide strike in Santa Fe Province, Dec. 23

Event

Healthcare workers affiliated with various unions, including the Civil Union for National Personnel(Union Civil del Personal de la Nacion, UPCN), plan to hold a 24-hour strike in Santa Fe Province, Dec. 23. The purpose of the labor action is to demand an agreement regarding an increase in salaries for healthcare workers. During the strike, there will be minimal coverage of essential health care services and coronavirus disease (COVID-19) health care.

Although no demonstrations have been announced, picketing and associated demonstrations are possible during the strike. Striking workers could protest outside public hospitals and health facilities. Police will likely deploy to monitor any protests should they materialize. Localized traffic and transport disruptions are likely.

Advice

Confirm appointments at medical facilities in Santa Fe Province Dec. 23. Be prepared for some delays. Avoid all protests as a standard security precaution. Follow all security personnel instructions.