From nightingale to now: Transforming global collaboration in pandemics
- Author:
Reina Mangubat
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Author Information
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords: Global collaboration; Pandemic treaty; Transformative leadership; Equitable healthcare systems
- MeSH: Nursing; Health Personnel
- From: Philippine Journal of Nursing 2023;93(2):3-9
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
- Abstract: This article aims to investigate the transformative potential of a global pandemic treaty, focusing on the critical role of Filipino nurses in addressing global health challenges and promoting equitable healthcare systems. Inspired by Florence Nightingale's legacy, the article outlines ten steps for transformative international collaboration. It highlights the critical need for improved global cooperation in response to the projected shortage of health workers by 2030. It advocates for a treaty prioritizing healthcare worker protection, equitable resource distribution, and nursing migration solutions. Nurses' valuable insights and perspectives must be considered by actively involving them in treaty development and implementation. The study employs an informed presentation methodology, connecting Nightingale's inspirational words to today's global health challenges, such as the COVID- 19 pandemic. Key findings highlight the treaty's transformative potential in governance, early warning systems, preparedness and response, research and development, capacity building, ethical considerations, financing, the One Health approach, and climate change. The treaty can strengthen healthcare systems, protect public health, and create a resilient and equitable future in global health by empowering nurses and fostering international collaboration.
- Full text:PJN From Nightingale to Now.pdf
