Government has hailed the hard work and diligent role nurses have played and continue to play in keeping the nation healthy, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/P>
This as the world commemorates International Nurses\u2019 Day on Wednesday under the theme, \u2018A Voice to Lead- Invest in Nursing and Respect Rights to Secure Global Health\u2019.<\/P>
\u201cGovernment has seen, and continues to witness the heroic efforts of nurses in the fight against COVID-19 and in treating other diseases. Government wishes you a happy International Nurses Day.<\/P>
\u201cGovernment will continue to provide a framework for a structured and uniform health system for South Africa. The country\u2019s healthcare workers are vital in building the country that we envisaged at the start of our democracy. Through the heroic work of nurses, we are able to advance our Constitutional obligations that entrenches the right to health as a fundamental human right,\u201d a government statement read.<\/P>
Government Communication Information System (GCIS) Director General, Phumla Williams, highlighted the importance of the day.<\/P>
\u201cThis is an important day to celebrate, especially considering all the challenges that have been brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/P>
\u201cWe have seen how caregivers have been at the forefront of fighting the pandemic, we have to appreciate their dedication and service during one of the worst times, not just in our country, but globally,\u201d Williams said.<\/P>
She condemned violent attacks on healthcare workers and called on society to protect those serving the nation in all healthcare facilities across the country.<\/P>
\u201cWe appreciate the significant role that nurses play in changing lives, and I am calling on all South Africans to reject attacks and robbery of healthcare workers in healthcare facilities.<\/P>
\u201cWe appeal to all members of communities to work with police to ensure that healthcare workers are protected and that perpetrators are arrested. We cannot harm and steal from the very same people who go beyond the call of duty to save our lives and assist us to improve our health,\u201d Williams said. \u2013<\/P>
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Source: South African Government News Agency<\/P>
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