Doctors call for an indefinite strike across Spain
The Spanish healthcare system is facing a critical situation following the announcement of an indefinite strike by doctors. This pressure tactic has been called by physician representatives, who report a lack of agreement with the Ministry of Health after months of unsuccessful negotiations.
The conflict centers on working conditions and the management of the department led by Minister Mónica García. Healthcare professionals argue that current measures are insufficient to improve the quality of patient care and working conditions in hospitals and health centers across the country.
The call for this strike comes after a long period of confrontation between medical unions and the Government. Over the last few months, both parties have attempted to reach agreements on workloads and necessary resources, but positions have remained far apart, leading doctors to take this extreme decision.
For the moment, it is expected that the Ministry of Health and physician representatives will resume dialogue to try to avoid the stoppage. In the meantime, citizens are waiting to see how this strike will affect medical appointments, scheduled surgeries, and emergency service care in the coming weeks.