Portugal: Health worker's strike ongoing nationwide, July 1

Event

Health workers associated with the National Federation of Workers' Unions in Public and Social Functions (FNSTFPS) are striking nationwide, July 1. The strike does not include doctors and nurses. Care and consultation services have been widely impacted. Participants are striking over several demands, including better working conditions.

Disruptions to public hospital operations are likely through July 1. Emergency treatment is unlikely to be impacted. Striking workers may hold protests near hospitals and government buildings. Some localized road travel delays could occur. Clashes are unlikely.

Advice

Reconfirm all health appointments scheduled July 1. Exercise caution near protest sites.