Events

Every year on May 12, we celebrate International Nurses Day to honour the invaluable contributions of nurses to society. The International Council of Nurses (ICN) designated this year's theme "Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care." The aim is to reshape perceptions and demonstrate how strategic investment in nursing can bring considerable economic and social benefits.

Today, on May 8, 2024, Hong Kong West Cluster, Hospital Authority (HA) and HKU School of Nursing are collaborating to celebrate International Nurses Day. We are honoured to have Dr Theresa Li, Chief Executive of HA Hong Kong West Cluster, Professor Agnes Tiwari, Chairperson of the Nursing Council of Hong Kong, Professor Sophia Chan, Director of the HKU Primary Health Care Academy, Ms Jane Chan, General Manager (Nursing) of HA Hong Kong West Cluster, and Professor Chia-Chin Lin, Director of HKU School of Nursing to kick-off the lighting ceremony, symbolizing light-up of the Nightingale lamp, with over 250 participants.

This event aims to acknowledge and recognise the unwavering dedication of nurses to the healthcare industry, the important medical expertise they bring, and their contribution to economic development. Not only do nurses improve patient outcomes, but they also promote health in the community, and thus reducing healthcare costs.

We want to thank all nurses for their unwavering efforts, compassion, and resilience. You are the backbone of the healthcare system and the builders of a healthy and bright future.