International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day is celebrated to recognize and honor the invaluable contributions of nurses to healthcare systems worldwide. It aims to raise awareness about the crucial role nurses play in promoting health, providing care, and advocating for the well-being of individuals and communities. The day also commemorates the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, considered the founder of modern nursing.

International Nurses Day was established by the International Council of Nurses (ICN) in 1974. The ICN is a global federation of national nursing associations that represents millions of nurses worldwide. The decision to commemorate International Nurses Day on May 12th each year was made to honor the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, who is widely regarded as the pioneer of modern nursing.