28 Nov 2022 | 03:46 PM UTC
Greece: Healthcare workers to strike and protest Nov. 28-Dec. 1
Healthcare workers to strike and protest in Greece, Nov. 28-Dec. 1. Likely reduced health services.
Event
Healthcare workers in Greece are striking Nov. 28-Dec. 1 to denounce a new government bill that increases privatization in public healthcare services. The Athens-Piraeus Hospital Doctors Association (EINAP) will strike on Nov. 28-29, and Dec. 1. The Federation of Hospital Doctors of Greece (OENGE) will hold a 24-hour strike Dec. 1, and the union representing public hospital staff (POEDIN) will strike from 11:00-15:00 on Nov. 28 and Dec. 1. Protests are scheduled in Athens from 12:00 Nov. 29 in front of the Health Ministry and from 12:00 Dec. 1 in front of Parliament.
The demonstrations and related security measures will likely prompt localized transport disruptions. The actions are likely to proceed peacefully. Demonstrations may also occur in other cities, particularly near government buildings and hospitals. Disruptions to healthcare services are likely.
Advice
Confirm medical appointments through Dec. 1. Avoid all protests.
