‘You are an example to us all’: The Queen thanks NHS nurses, midwives and healthcare workers for their ‘selfless commitment and diligence’ during Britain’s coronavirus crisis in open letter
By Mark Duell for MailOnline
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The Queen has thanked healthcare workers for their ‘selfless commitment and diligence’ in a message to mark World Health Day.
She said in a statement: ‘On the occasion of World Health Day, I want to thank all those in the healthcare profession for your selfless commitment and diligence as you undertake vitally important roles to protect and improve the health and well-being of people across the Commonwealth, and across the world.
‘In testing times, we often observe that the best of the human spirit comes to the fore; the dedication to service of countless nurses, midwives and other health workers, in these most challenging of circumstances, is an example to us all.
‘My family and I send our enduring appreciation and good wishes.’
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The Queen issued the above message to healthcare workers to mark World Health Day today
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