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.

9. A big day for Mary Ellen in 1987
Mary Ellen Edwards, retired from South Shields Hospital in 1987 after 26 years as a nursing auxiliary. Are you in the picture? | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Shields Gazette

10. Share your memories
Do any of these scenes bring back happy memories. Is there another health professional you would like us to pay tribute to from times gone by? Tell us more by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton

