Health Minister praises nurses

AS the world observes International Nurses Day, Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh is extending his personal appreciation for the frontline workers especially in the battle against the covid19 pandemic.

At the daily Health Ministry virtual press conference on Tuesday, Deyalsingh said nurses have been the "backbone of our healthcare system."

He said this year was the first time in five years he had been unable to visit nurses and new mothers on Mother's Day, which made him a bit sad, as he enjoys supporting the practitioners.

But, he said, "Today, it is my absolute pleasure to recognise nurses all around the world and especially our nurses in TT. It is nurses whose compassion, skill, determination and leadership have helped to flatten the curve."