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Impending Strike of Health Care Workers in Oregon Could Disrupt Patient Care

January 8, 2025 - 14:56

Impending Strike of Health Care Workers in Oregon Could Disrupt Patient Care

What could be Oregon's largest health care workers strike is set to start Friday morning if the contract impasse with Providence and health care workers doesn't end. Approximately 5,000 health care workers across 14 Providence facilities are preparing to walk off the job, raising concerns about the impact on patient care in the region.

The workers, represented by various unions, have been negotiating for better wages, improved working conditions, and increased staffing levels. With negotiations stalled, the potential strike threatens to disrupt services and care for thousands of patients who rely on these facilities for essential medical services.

Health care leaders are urging both sides to reach a resolution before the strike begins, emphasizing that the well-being of patients should be the top priority. If the strike proceeds, it could lead to significant delays in treatment, cancellations of surgeries, and increased pressure on remaining staff members. The situation remains fluid as both parties continue to negotiate in hopes of averting a labor disruption that could have widespread ramifications for the health care system in Oregon.


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