A strike by hospital staff in Durazno has been called until Wednesday at 6:00 PM. This is because a gunman entered the hospital and shot a patient. Staff are on edge.
Martín Pereira, head of the Public Health Workers’ Federation, says “these violent incidents keep happening.” A new low was reached when shots were fired inside a hospital room. “This is a place where people go to heal,” Pereira notes.
The federation wants better security and calls on the Interior Ministry to help control hospital access. Pereira says hospitals outside the city have fewer security measures.
The Medical Federation of the Interior (FEMI) is worried and supports the striking staff. It also backs the patients. “This violent act puts everyone at risk,” says FEMI. It affects the healthcare teams working in tough conditions.
FEMI asks national, departmental, and local authorities to take action. It wants concrete measures to stop the violence and keep healthcare workers safe. Hospitals should be safe spaces for all.
Security concerns
Staff are demanding better security. They want the Interior Ministry to help control who enters the hospital. This is especially needed in hospitals outside the city.
Support from FEMI
FEMI is supporting the striking staff. It is also backing the patients. FEMI says the violent act put everyone at risk. It is asking authorities to take action to stop the violence.
- Better security measures
- Controlled access to hospitals
- Safe spaces for patients and staff
