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Doctors' strike in the Balearic Islands: Who bears the consequences — patients or politics?

Why health centers in Palma are busier during the strike

Reduced staffing during the Mallorca doctors' strike is causing longer waits at some Palma health centers.

Published: June 15, 2026
Doctors' strike in the Balearic Islands: Who bears the consequences — patients or politics?

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What is causing longer waits at health centers in Palma during the strike?

Longer waits in Palma are linked to reduced staffing and minimum-service arrangements during the strike. Health centers must still cover basic care, but fewer available doctors can mean slower service and postponed consultations. That is why some residents are seeing queues and cancelled appointments at local clinics.

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