International Nurses Day 12th May 2025

This International Nurses Day, I’m celebrating the theme “Our Nurses. Our Future. The economic power of care” – and reflecting on the importance of timely, compassionate health support from nurses.

As a nurse practitioner working in diabetes and obesity care on the Mornington Peninsula, I see how overwhelming these conditions can feel—not just physically, but emotionally too. Many people I see are living with diabetes distress, often without even realising it. And often, they’ve been trying to manage it all on their own for too long.

You don’t have to wait until things are really tough to ask for help.

Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or you’ve been living with diabetes or weight-related concerns for years, personalised, ongoing support can make a huge difference.

You’re not alone, and it’s never too early—or too late—to take a step toward feeling better. Nurses are here to support your needs.