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Five-day doctors' strike in the Balearic Islands: Who pays the price?

Why a Doctors’ Strike Can Lengthen Waiting Times in Mallorca

Strikes in Mallorca can increase waiting lists because missed appointments still need to be rearranged.

Published: April 22, 2026
Five-day doctors' strike in the Balearic Islands: Who pays the price?

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Will a doctors’ strike in Mallorca make waiting times longer?

Yes, a strike usually adds pressure to an already busy system because cancelled appointments have to be fitted in later. That can push waiting lists further out, especially if there is no extra staff or additional opening time to absorb the backlog.

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