Today marks the 114th International Nurses Day. This annual observance falls on May 12, commemorating the birth of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

This year's theme, "Our nurses. Our future. Caring for nurses strengthens health systems," highlights the vital role nurses play in global health and economic stability. According to the National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China, the number of nurses in the country has steadily increased in recent years.