Respect for nurses

WE MUST all unite globally in celebrating the work of nurses and midwives on World Health Day today and remind world leaders of the critical role they play in keeping the world healthy.

Nurses and other health workers are at the forefront of Covid-19 response – providing high quality, respectful treatment and care, leading community dialogue to address fears and questions.

The nursing and midwifery workforce should be strengthened.

This is important in achieving national and global targets related to universal health coverage, maternal and child health, infectious and noncommunicable diseases including mental health.

We greatly appreciate nurses and other health workers for discharging their duties effectively.