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05 Dec 2023 | 01:54 PM UTC

Colombia: Hospital employees staging protest march in Medellin Dec. 5

Employees of the General Hospital of Medellin, Colombia, protesting Dec. 5 to demand better working conditions. Disruptions likely.

Warning

Employees of the General Hospital of Medellin are marching to demand better working conditions on Dec. 5. Protesters have gathered outside the General Hospital of Medellin on Carrera 48 and are marching towards La Alpujarra Administrative Center on Calle 44.

Heightened security and significant transport disruptions along main roads in the area are likely in the coming hours. Clashes between protesters and police are possible.

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Consider using alternative routes and allow additional time to reach your destination if operating near the protest sites.