In a significant development, thousands of nurses in New York City have reached tentative contract agreements with the Montefiore and Mount Sinai hospital systems, aiming to end their month-long strike. These agreements could facilitate the return of nearly 11,000 nurses to work by February 14. However, the strike continues at a third hospital system as negotiations remain ongoing. The nurses, who initiated the strike to address short staffing and working conditions, highlighted the challenges they face in the healthcare sector. Despite the progress made at two hospitals, union representatives and nurses continue to advocate for improved conditions across the board.