Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe has hailed nurses as being “the cornerstone of the national healthcare system.”

He adds that their dedication is vital to the effective functioning of the Regional Health Authorities and consistent delivery of care across health centres, hospitals and other medical facilities.

His praise comes on the occasion of International Nurses Day 2025.

The theme for this year’s commemoration is “Caring for nurses strengthens economies”.

According to the State of the World’s Nursing report 2025 launched today by the WHO and its partners, there are 6,174 nursing personnel in T&T.

These made up about 45% of the health workforce, with 95% working in the public system.