Argentinian medical workers have launched a massive strike, opposing President Javier Milei’s controversial policies targeting public healthcare. One year into Milei’s tenure, the discontent among healthcare professionals has surged as they protest his alleged determination to dismantle the country’s public healthcare system.
A major point of contention is Argentina’s skyrocketing inflation rate, now hovering around 120%, which has rendered wages almost worthless for many workers, including those in the healthcare sector. The economic instability has exacerbated challenges for medical professionals, who demand both fair compensation and a reversal of Milei’s healthcare reforms.
Adding to the public outcry, pensioners have taken to the streets after the government restricted access to free medication under the PAMI public health insurance scheme. This policy shift has left millions of Argentinians, particularly the elderly and vulnerable, struggling to afford essential medicines.
The strike and protests highlight growing dissatisfaction with Milei's leadership, as critics accuse him of prioritizing austerity measures at the expense of the nation’s well-being.
