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National Nurses Day, theme 'Nurse appreciation'

scienceMay 6, 2026271,261

National Nurses Day on May 6 honors nurses nationwide under the theme "Nurse appreciation" and launches National Nurses Week celebrating their care, dedication, and leadership. The Mary Free Bed Partnership in Michigan is addressing a local nursing shortage by offering tuition assistance and other recruitment support. Retailers and local businesses are running weeklong offers for nurses, including free food, BOGO cookies, e-gift cards, and a free Swig beverage for Utah nurses on May 6. The observance highlights frontline nursing work while drawing attention to workforce gaps and the incentives hospitals and communities are using to retain and recruit staff.

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