Strikes
Diagnostic and therapeutic technicians strike in Lisbon for better salaries
Diagnostic and therapeutic technicians are holding a 24-hour national strike today, Friday, October 9, 2026, causing significant disruptions to routine exams, diagnostics, and potentially some consultations and surgeries across major hospitals. The protest, which includes a march in Lisbon, stems from opposition to a government-imposed career progression plan that unions argue will result in salary inequalities and the loss of accumulated career evaluation points.
Why it mattersIf you have a medical appointment, diagnostic exam, or surgery scheduled for today, expect potential cancellations or delays as the strike is affecting hospitals nationwide, including major units in Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra.
