Region Skåne has announced it will cancel planned surgeries next week due to a strike by the Swedish Association of Health Professionals.

The region will prioritize emergency and necessary care, impacting various medical examinations and treatments.

Ambulance services will also be redirected based on hospital capacity.

The strike specifically targets Skåne University Hospital but will affect all hospitals in the region.

Negotiations are ongoing to address the strike's impact and to reach an agreement.