Special Days and Awards for Nurses

May 12, 2026, 10:37
IndiaHealth

Introduction

The world and India say thank you to nurses for their hard work in health.

Main Body

International Nurses Day is on May 12. This date is Florence Nightingale's birthday. She started modern nursing. In 2026, the theme is that strong nurses save lives. In India, President Droupadi Murmu gave awards to 15 nurses. These nurses come from many places like Ladakh and Maharashtra. They got a medal, a certificate, and 1 lakh rupees. India also wants more nurses. The government is making new laws. They put 157 nursing colleges inside medical colleges to help people get better care.

Conclusion

Governments use awards and new laws to help nurses and keep them in their jobs.

Learning

⚡ The 'Action' Pattern

Look at how we describe things happening in the text. We use a simple formula: Who →\rightarrow Does →\rightarrow What.

  • The world →\rightarrow says →\rightarrow thank you.
  • She →\rightarrow started →\rightarrow modern nursing.
  • The government →\rightarrow is making →\rightarrow new laws.

📍 Place & Origin

When we talk about where people are from, we use from:

  • Nurses come from Ladakh.
  • Nurses come from Maharashtra.

A2 Tip: Always use "from" for your hometown or country. (Example: I am from India / I am from Spain)

💰 Counting Things

Notice how the text lists prizes. Use a comma for a list, and "and" for the last item:

  • A medal**,** a certificate**, and** 1 lakh rupees.

Simple Rule: Item 1 →\rightarrow comma →\rightarrow Item 2 →\rightarrow comma →\rightarrow and →\rightarrow Item 3.

Vocabulary Learning

world (n.)
The planet Earth, all of its people and places.
Example:The world is a big place with many different cultures.
India (n.)
A country in South Asia known for its diverse culture.
Example:India has many languages and traditions.
say (v.)
To express something with words.
Example:Please say your name when you arrive.
thank (v.)
To express gratitude or appreciation.
Example:Thank you for helping me with my homework.
you (pron.)
The person or people being spoken to.
Example:You can choose any color you like.
nurses (n.)
People who care for sick or injured patients.
Example:The nurses at the hospital are very kind.
hard (adj.)
Requiring a lot of effort or work.
Example:She worked hard to finish her project.
work (n.)
An activity that requires effort to achieve a goal.
Example:He goes to work every morning.
health (n.)
The state of being free from illness or injury.
Example:Eating fruits helps keep your health in good shape.
day (n.)
A period of 24 hours from midnight to midnight.
Example:Today is a sunny day.
May (n.)
The fifth month of the year.
Example:May is a month with long, warm days.
date (n.)
A specific day in a month or year.
Example:The date of the meeting is July 10.
birthday (n.)
The anniversary of the day a person was born.
Example:She celebrated her birthday with a cake.
modern (adj.)
Recent, current, or belonging to the present time.
Example:Modern technology makes life easier.
save (v.)
To keep safe or to avoid losing something.
Example:Please save your work before closing the program.
lives (n.)
The existence or condition of living beings.
Example:Doctors work hard to save lives.
president (n.)
The leader of a country or organization.
Example:The president gave a speech at the event.
award (n.)
A prize or recognition given for achievement.
Example:She received an award for her volunteer work.
medal (n.)
A small piece of metal given as a prize or honor.
Example:He wore a medal on his chest.
certificate (n.)
An official document that shows something has been completed.
Example:She earned a certificate in first aid.
rupees (n.)
The currency used in India.
Example:The price is 1 lakh rupees.
government (n.)
The group that runs a country or region.
Example:The government announced new health plans.
law (n.)
A rule that must be followed by people in a society.
Example:Everyone must obey the law.
college (n.)
An institution where people study after high school.
Example:She is studying at a nursing college.
medical (adj.)
Related to doctors, hospitals, and health care.
Example:Medical staff help patients recover.
help (v.)
To give assistance or support to someone.
Example:Can you help me carry this box?
people (n.)
Human beings in general.
Example:People enjoy playing sports.
better (adj.)
Improved or of higher quality.
Example:She feels better after a rest.
care (n.)
Attention given to someone’s health or well-being.
Example:Good care can prevent many illnesses.
keep (v.)
To continue having or maintaining something.
Example:Please keep the door closed.