What Is A Nurse? Depends On Who You Ask (Nurse’s week May 6- 12, 2026)

May 1, 2026

Health Matters

By: Melody Rabor-Dizon   If you ask a child what a nurse is, the answer is simple. “Someone who helps when you’re hurt.” “Someone who gives you medicine.” “Someone who makes you feel better.” No titles. No credentials. Just care. But ask an elderly patient—and the answer changes. “A nurse is the one who stayed […]