Namibia Celebrates Nurses Day, Stressing Economic Impact

Namibia Celebrates Nurses Day, Stressing Economic Impact

Namibia marks International Nurses Day today with a theme centered on the economic power of nursing care. The focus is on addressing financial challenges and undervaluation nurses face despite their critical role in healthcare. The day aims to reshape perceptions and emphasize the economic benefits of investing in nursing. Junias Shilunga, Secretary-General of the Nurses Union.

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South Korea grants nurses extra powers as doctor walkout continues

Nurses in South Korea have been authorized to take on emergency roles as a large scale doctor walkout continues. About 9000 trainee doctors have resigned since mid-February over pay, conditions, and a government plan to increase medical school positions. Here's Chris Gilbert reporting.

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