International Nurses' Day is observed on May 12, every year, all over the world to honour the contributions of nurses.
The birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who is regarded as the founder of modern nursing is commemorated on this day.
Every year, ICN commemorates this significant day by producing and disseminating International Nurses' Day (IND) materials and evidence.
Many people believe that doctors are the most important persons in the healthcare system, which is just not true. Nurses, who are responsible for the care, protection, and recovery of patients, are the underdogs of our medical institutions.
The global nursing and midwifery workforce numbers around 27 million men and women. This represents 50 percent of the worldwide health workforce.
There is a worldwide lack of health workers, particularly nurses and midwives, who account for more than half of the current shortage.
South East Asia and Africa have the most critical shortages of nurses and midwives.
Nurses are essential in health promotion, prevention of illness, and primary and community care delivery.