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What is happening with the nurse strike in NYC?

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Nearly 15,000 nurses at several major New York City hospitals have walked off the job in a historic strike, demanding better pay, staffing, and workplace protections. Hospitals have hired temporary nurses to maintain patient care, and state health officials are monitoring the situation. Negotiations between the union and hospital management are ongoing.

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Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike

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  • Mayor Mamdani publicly supports striking nurses demanding a new contract
  • Nearly 15,000 nurses strike at five major NYC hospitals 21s
  • Nurses demand pay hikes, safe staffing, and better workplace protections 44s
  • Hospitals bring in temporary nurses and keep emergency rooms open 1m 5s
  • State health officials monitor hospitals to ensure patient safety during strike 2m 6s

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Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike
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CBS America
5 hours ago
Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike

Nearly 15,000 nurses strike at five hospitals, including Mount Sinai and Montefiore, with Mayor Mamdani supporting their demands for fair treatment.

Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike
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CBS America
5 hours ago
Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike

Mount Sinai states it has 1,400 temporary nurses ready to provide safe patient care during the strike.

Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike
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CBS America
5 hours ago
Mamdani joins thousands of nurses at NYC strike

Governor Hochul confirms State Department of Health staff are present at all affected hospitals to ensure patient safety and care continuity.

NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike
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News 12
8 hours ago
NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike

15,000 nurses walk off the job at 6 a.m., impacting patient care as they demand better pay, staffing, and protections.

NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike
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News 12
8 hours ago
NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike

Montefiore estimates union demands would cost $3.6 billion and has hired 1,000 temporary nurses to maintain care during the strike.

NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike
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News 12
8 hours ago
NYC nurses walk off job in historic strike

Governor Kathy Hochul announces Department of Health workers will be stationed at all affected hospitals during the strike.

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