Over 1,000 Filipino Nurses Join NYC Hospital Strike

New York City — Over 1,000 Filipino nurses joined roughly 15,000 private hospital nurses in a large-scale strike across three major hospital systems in New York City, marking a significant labor action on Monday.

The walkout highlights growing concerns over staffing shortages, workplace safety, and labor support for healthcare professionals serving on the frontlines. Filipino nurses, a vital part of the U.S. healthcare workforce, stood in solidarity with their colleagues, demanding safer working conditions and fair treatment.

The strike underscores the critical role of nurses in delivering quality healthcare while drawing attention to challenges faced by medical workers in one of the world’s busiest health systems. Advocates emphasize that addressing these concerns is essential for both healthcare worker welfare and patient safety.

The active participation of Filipino nurses reflects their commitment to professional excellence, advocacy for fairness, and pursuit of higher standards in the global healthcare industry.