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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing May 6-12, 2024 as National Nurses Week and May 19-25, 2024 as National Emergency Medical Services Week in Solano County (Chair Mashburn)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Health and Social Services recommends the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution recognizing May 6-12, 2024 as National Nurses Week and May 19-25, 2024 as National Emergency Medical Services Week in Solano County.
SUMMARY:
Solano County Health and Social Services, Public Health Division, joins the American Nurses Association in recognizing National Nurses Week, which is traditionally celebrated May 6th through May 12th each year, and joins the American College of Emergency Physicians and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians in recognizing National Emergency Medical Services Week which will be recognized May 19th through May 25th of this year. These observances provide an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the efforts of dedicated nurses and emergency medical services personnel in the performance of their duties throughout Solano County.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The costs associated with activities in recognition of these observances are included in the Department's FY2023/24 Working Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials are included in the Board's FY2023/24 Working Budget. There is no additional impact to the County General Fund.
DISCUSSION:
Since 1974, professional nursing organizations, health systems and communities around the world have traditionally celebrated National Nurses Week beginning May 6th and ending May 12th, the birthdate of celebrated nurse Florence Nightingale, in acknowledgement of the importance of nurses and their contributions to the health of individuals, families, communities and populations they serve. The t...
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