Chile: Unionized healthcare workers to strike nationwide Aug. 22 to demand prompt pay, better conditions

Event

Unionized healthcare workers affiliated with the National Confederation of Municipal Healthcare Workers (Confederacion Nacional de Funcionarios y Funcianarias de la Salud Municipal, CONFUSAM) are planning to strike across Chile Aug. 22 to demand prompt retirement pay and safer working conditions. Striking workers plan to hold demonstration marches in provincial capitals across Chile, with a major march planned in Santiago from Plaza Los Heroes to the Ministry of Health at 11:30.

Heightened security, as well as localized transit and business disruptions, are likely near protests. Disruptions to medical appointments are possible, although emergency services will likely remain operational.

Advice

Avoid demonstrations as a precaution. Monitor local news sources for further information. Heed the directives of authorities. Plan for localized transit and business disruptions. Confirm medical appointments.