National Caregivers Day

National Caregivers Day is celebrated in the United States on the third Sunday of February, on this day those who care for the sick or elderly in hospitals, hospitals, nursing homes or at home celebrate their professional holiday. On this holiday, they also remember about the problems of people with disabilities. Celebrating this day is a great occasion to remember those who find it difficult and help these people.

History

For the first time, the World Health Organization, or WHO, proposed to celebrate this day. The main purpose of the holiday is to make people think about those who care for the sick, to develop in people empathy and empathy for the seriously ill and medical personnel who care for them. On this day, medical organizations often reward those who are engaged in caring for the sick. They are given certificates of honor and cash prizes, and acknowledgements are announced.

Interesting facts

Caring for the sick is an important and noble cause. Here are some interesting facts related to this holiday:

• Nurses can work not only in public hospitals, but also in private organizations;
• A good nurse can prolong the life of a bedridden patient for several years;
• People caring for the sick often suffer from professional burnout.

The work of the nurse at first glance is invisible, but very important.

How to celebrate

To celebrate this day, you can provide financial assistance to any hospital or a familiar person who cares for seriously ill patients. You can volunteer in a hospital or clinic to understand how hard the work of a professional nurse is.

In many countries, on this day, events are held for professionals in the care of patients – forums, congresses, conferences. At such joint events, medical personnel actively exchange experience, there you can establish business contacts and make useful acquaintances. On this holiday, master classes dedicated to new methods and technologies of care for seriously ill people are often held for medical personnel. Practice shows that such events are quite popular and in demand among medical personnel. Experience shows that such a holiday as the day of the nurse is necessary and important for society.

When is National Caregivers Day celebrated in 2024?

National Caregivers Day is observed on the third Friday in February each year.

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