Celebrate World Health Day to Support Nurses and Midwives

By Meredith Sheldon
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Today is World Health Day! In an effort to promote and instill health around the globe, the World Health Organization (WHO) is celebrates its annual World Health Day on April 7. Each year, the holiday highlights a new theme to raise global awareness. This year, we use this day to support nurses and midwives.

“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 and, in some instances, collecting data for clinical studies,” according to WHO. “Quite simply, without nurses, there would be no response.”

Want to be a part of making the world a healthier and happier place? Get involved with World Health Day by following these tips!

Thank a nurse or midwife that you know

Right now, a simple word of encouragement or a sincere thank you could make a nurse or midwife’s day. They are working long, hard days, and they could always use a pick-me-up. You can also enter Giggle Magazine #WeThankYouGiveaway❤️ to show your appreciation to nurses and doctors. 

Educate yourself

Learn more about nurses and midwives in order to better support them and their work. The WHO has put together a list of key facts about nurses and midwives!

Share your story

Post a personal message to your social media pages spreading love for nurses or midwives, OR if you are a nurse or midwife, share a story about your job that will inspire others. Use these social media graphics created by WHO.

Localize it

Are you a part of a local club or organization? Create an event or activity that will raise support for nurses and midwives on a smaller scale.

 

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