And let’s not forget the heroic work they have done for decades up to now.
We have selected 11 photos of some of the nurses we should all be thanking for their remarkable efforts over the years. We will also be paying tribute to other health staff in the days to come.
Do you remember these scenes? Or is there another health worker you would like us to pay tribute to?
Get in touch to tell us more.

5. International nurses day
Emergency ward nurse Sam Carmen was in the picture in 2013. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton

6. Appealing for toys in 2018
A scene from the 2018 toy appeal at South Tyneside District Hospital Childens Unit with the help from Hope 4 Kidz Shannon Crowder. Nurses from left are Bethan Glaister-Smith, Surajah Hunter and Kelly Hannah. Did you take part in the appeal? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton

7. Waiting for the first patient
Management Services Director Lorraine Lambert, Charge Nurse Keith Taylor and staff nurse Gwen Gaskill wait for the first patient at the new Minor Injuries Unit in December 1988. Did you work there? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

8. Ingham Infirmary in 1970
Sister Sarah Cain and Nurse Margaret Maughan keeping equipment in the theatre in order. Does this bring back memories? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

