On this International Women’s Day, it is important to acknowledge the significant contributions of women in healthcare.

From pioneers like Florence Nightingale, who transformed nursing, to modern-day leaders like Dr. Patricia Bath, who revolutionized cataract surgery, women have shaped the healthcare industry in countless ways.

Women have long played a vital role in long-term care, both as professional caregivers and as informal, unpaid caregivers. The value of our unpaid care is estimated at $188 billion annually, highlighting the indispensable nature of our contributions.

This International Women’s Day, let us honor the women in healthcare who work tirelessly to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities.