Ahead of the nursing strike set to begin on Tuesday, Region Västerbotten has declared an emergency preparedness level, affecting multiple operations at Norrlands University Hospital in Umeå and several health centers.

The union's strike warnings, aimed at numerous services within the region, include telephone helplines and hospitals across Västerbotten's three major facilities.

Despite some adjustments to the strike measures, the employer anticipates significant impacts on life and health, prompting the precautionary steps.

In parallel, the strike will also impact healthcare in Östergötland, affecting patients from Jönköping who require specialized treatments not available in their home region.

The strike focuses primarily on the union's demand for shorter working hours.