International Nursing Day

International Nursing Day

International Nurses' week (IND) is celebrated around the world in early May of each year, to mark the contributions nurses make to society.

Read more about International Nursing Day:  Background, UK Celebrations, Themes, US & Canada Nursing Week, Australian Celebrations

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