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Author: Monika Tyszkiewicz | Publish date: 18 May 2026

Meeting on the occasion of the International Day of Nurses and Midwives

18 May 2026, Author: Monika Tyszkiewicz

Tomasz Andrukiewicz, the Mayor of Ełk, thanked the representatives of this profession for their dedication in their daily hard work. The event took place in the Ełk Cultural Centre.

The International Day of Nurses and Midwives is a celebration of people who take care of the health and safety of patients every day with great commitment and care. 

The event brought together representatives of Ełk units and institutions that deal with helping on a daily basis. 

"Your work requires not only knowledge and professionalism, but also empathy, patience and a big heart. Thank you for your daily efforts, for being with patients in the most difficult moments, and for the strength and peace that give you a sense of security. It is thanks to your commitment that the health care system can function every day" - said Tomasz Andrukiewicz, Mayor of Ełk, during the meeting. 

There were flowers and thanks, but there was also an educational element. During the meeting, Mateusz Sieradzan - a nurse, paramedic, author of books

and popularizer of medical knowledge, known in social media as "Mr. Nurse". Associated with medicine on a daily basis emergency services and work in the emergency department, has been showing the backstage of the work of the staff for years and promotes modern and empathetic nursing.

The event was graced by musical performances by Helena Matukanis, Michalina Jakubczyk and Martyna Więcko.

We wish all Nurses and Midwives a lot of strength, health and constant satisfaction with their work.