The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced a nationwide strike on March 5, protesting the government’s decision to cut doctors’ allowances.
The GMOA stated that the 2025 budget includes significant reductions in allowances, affecting medical professionals.
The strike is expected to impact hospitals and patient services across the country, with the GMOA urging authorities to reconsider the decision to avoid disruptions in the healthcare sector. (Newswire)
"No government has cut our allowances like this. If this is not reversed, the government must decide how they will run the health services," the GMOA warns the President and government as a strike is announced for the 5th. pic.twitter.com/NECdOEJYol
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