Description
There are an estimated 29 million nurses worldwide and 2.2 million midwives. WHO estimates a shortage of 4.5 million nurses and 0.31 million midwives by the year 2030. Nurses and midwives play a pivotal role in improving health and contributing to the wider economy. Investing in them is imperative to achieve efficient, effective, resilient and sustainable health systems. They not only provide essential care but also play a critical role in shaping health policies and driving primary health care. Nurses and midwives deliver care in emergency settings and safeguard the sustainability of health systems globally.
Author
World Health Organization
Date
July 17, 2025
Source
https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/nursing-and-midwifery
Language
English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Russian, Arabic
