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University Of Illinois Nurses Begin Weeklong Strike At UI Health
Their union has accused the hospital of subjecting them to understaffing and unsafe working conditions.
August 20, 2024
CHICAGO (CBS) -- Hundreds of nurses at UI Health began a weeklong strike on Monday at the Near West Side hospital, a day after their contract expired.
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The University of Illinois nurses, represented by the Illinois Nurses Association, hit the picket line Monday morning, accusing the hospital of unfair labor practices.
Their union has accused the hospital of subjecting them to understaffing and unsafe working conditions. The union has said nurses have faced an increase in workplace violence in recent years.
