The largest nurses strike in New York City history continues into its second week as thousands of nurses demand improved working conditions, patient safety, and fair compensation—specifically, a salary of $200,000 per year. Negotiations between striking nurses and hospital leaders resumed after eleven days of picketing, with prominent figures such as Mayor Mamdani and Senator Bernie Sanders joining the nurses on the picket line to show their support. The strike has garnered attention for its impact on patient care, with families reporting distressing interruptions in medical services, particularly for vulnerable patients. As talks linger without resolution, nurses share their struggles to make ends meet, highlighting growing tensions with healthcare facilities accused of prioritizing profit over care. The situation remains challenging as the healthcare workers continue to seek a resolution to their grievances.