They care for the sick and the weak, and provide comfort in times of need to patients and their families. May 12 marks International Nurses Day, and as the COVID-19 pandemic continues worldwide, the role nurses that nurses play in our society seems even more important this year.
In a statement Tuesday morning, Premier John Horgan said the province has proclaimed May 11 to 17 as Nursing Week to honour the “extraordinary contributions” of licensed practical nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, registered nurses and nurse practitioners in B.C. “COVID-19 has reminded us all of the selflessness, dedication and leadership it takes to be a nurse.” As of the latest information released the day before, B.C.