Florence Nightingale
Florence Nightingale was a pioneering nurse and social reformer, best known for her foundational role in modern nursing and her work during the Crimean War. Born in 1820 in Florence, Italy, to a wealthy British family, she defied societal expectations by pursuing a career in nursing, a profession then seen as lowly. During the Crimean War, she led a team of nurses to improve unsanitary conditions at a British base hospital, significantly reducing the death rate. Her tireless dedication and innovative practices earned her the title 'The Lady with the Lamp,' and she established the Nightingale Pledge, a code of ethics for nurses. Nightingale's legacy continues to influence nursing education and healthcare reform worldwide.
Born on May 12, 1820 (205 years old)
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United Arab Emirates:
Florence Nightingale will lead the Ministry of Health.
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Australia:
Florence Nightingale observes boys tormenting an owl near the Parthenon in Laura Elvery’s historical novel about the world’s most famous nurse.
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Ireland:
Florence Nightingale's concern about royal commissions was quoted by Kelly in his report.
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Suriname:
Florence Nightingale is recognized as the founder of modern nursing and gained wide support for her work during the Crimean War.
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Montenegro:
Florence Nightingale is considered the mother of modern nursing.
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Italy:
Florence Nightingale is recognized as the founder of modern nursing.
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Suriname:
The International Nurses Day is celebrated on May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
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Guyana:
Florence Nightingale pioneered evidenced-based medicine and established the world’s first secular nursing school.
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San Marino:
Florence Nightingale is celebrated for founding modern nursing.
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Turkey:
Florence Nightingale is noted for coming to Istanbul to help establish hospitals for soldiers during the Crimean War.
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