Nurses protest understaffing at Mérida hospital

Nursing staff at the O’Horán Hospital in Mérida, Yucatán, protested Tuesday, highlighting a severe shortage of employees that they say leads to overwhelming workloads. Nurses reported being responsible for as many as 14 patients per shift, a situation they claim not only increases their burden but also compromises the quality of patient care. During the demonstration, workers pointed out that numerous positions remain unfilled, despite a steady stream of nursing graduates seeking employment in the public health system. The protesters demanded a thorough review of the hospital's staffing structure and the immediate hiring of additional personnel to address the most critical needs. They also expressed dissatisfaction with their union representation and called for intervention from IMSS Bienestar, the public health system's welfare program. The protest remained peaceful and did not disrupt emergency services. As of Tuesday, the hospital administration had not issued an official statement regarding the nurses' demands.