May 12th: International Nurses Day
International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world on Sunday 12 May 2024. Established by the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the day marks the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, founder of modern nursing sciences.
This day is an opportunity to recognize and underline the fundamental role played by nurses in protecting the health of patients and their important contribution in guaranteeing the quality of healthcare.