Kaiser Permanente Pharmacists’ Strike Postponed Until June After Last-Minute Negotiations

On Monday, Kaiser Permanente pharmacists postponed a planned strike over pension benefits until June 2 as negotiations continue.  The pharmacists are calling for the reinstatement of pension benefits, changes in work procedures that they say compromise patient safety and guaranteed health benefits for part-time employees.

• "Kaiser Permanente Pharmacist Strike Postponed Following Last-Minute Negotiations" (CBSLA, 5/19).
• "Kaiser Permanente Pharmacists Will Not Strike Monday" (Khan, NBC Los Angeles, 5/19).