Bosnia and Herzegovina: Unionized medical doctors and dental specialists plan to strike in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina May 7

Unionized medical doctors and dental specialists will stage a one-day warning strike on May 7, called by the Union of Professional Unions of Doctors of Medicine and Dentistry of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Participants in the industrial action are demanding salary improvements. Striking workers could organize pickets near major hospitals across the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Around 4,500 medical professionals will likely participate. A minimal level of care and emergency medical services will likely remain available throughout the strike. The impact of the strike will vary by location.

The strikes will likely prompt disruptions to healthcare services, including a reduction in available services and cancelations of routine appointments. Demonstrations outside medical facilities are possible and may prompt localized transport and business disruptions. Authorities will likely deploy to monitor the gatherings.