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Let's show our gratitude for the amazing work of doctors on National Doctors' Day on March 30! This special day was created in 1933 as a way to recognize and honor the hard work, dedication, and commitment of physicians around the world. It is celebrated annually by sending cards or gifts to medical professionals who have made an admirable impact in healthcare.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1933</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Doctors' Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>On March 30, Eudora Brown Almond, the wife of a doctor, declared the first Doctors' Day in Winder, Georgia, commemorating the use of general anesthesia in surgery.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1958</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Resolution of Commendation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The House of Representatives adopted a resolution of commendation to honor doctors on March 30.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Holiday Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>President George H.W. Bush signed a proclamation recognizing National Doctors' Day as a national holiday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Annual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Annual celebrations of the holiday became more widespread, with organizations and individuals showing their appreciation to doctors through various tokens of gratitude.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Crucial Role Amid Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Doctors' Day 2020 highlighted the crucial role that doctors and healthcare workers play in society during a global health crisis.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share a special message</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Write a thank you note to your doctor expressing your gratitude for their hard work and dedication. You can also take the time to write a letter of recommendation for them to be shared on social media.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a donation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Donate to a medical charity or a scholarship fund in your doctor’s name. It’s a thoughtful gesture that will help make medical care more accessible for those who may not be able to afford it.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send flowers</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Send a bouquet of flowers to your doctor's office with a card expressing your appreciation. This is a great way to show them how much you value their services.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a gathering</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite all the people who have been touched by your doctor's work, such as patients and colleagues, to come together and celebrate Doctors' Day. This could be in the form of an informal get together or even an organized event.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Post on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to post about your doctor or doctors you know on social media. Share stories about how they've impacted your life and encourage others to do the same.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>To recognize and appreciate health professionals</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals make incredible sacrifices in order to help others stay healthy. Celebrating Doctors’ Day is a great way to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. It also allows us to recognize their significant contributions to modern medicine!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>To remind of the importance of preventive care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Preventive care plays a key role in keeping people healthy. Recognizing Doctors’ Day helps to remind people that regular checkups and screenings are important for maintaining good health. This can be especially helpful for those who lack access or the means to afford quality healthcare services.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>To increase awareness about important medical issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By celebrating physicians on this day, we can raise public awareness about various diseases as well as challenges faced by the medical profession such as burnout, mental health concerns, and gender disparities among healthcare workers. Making this information more widely available makes it easier for everyone to get the support they need when dealing with serious illnesses.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Red Carnation is the Official Symbol of Doctors' Day</h3><p class='facts-text'>The red carnation was chosen as the official symbol of Doctors' Day because it signifies love, charity, sacrifice, bravery and courage - all traits characteristic of medical professionals.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Doctors' Day is Celebrated on Different Dates Around the World</h3><p class='facts-text'>In addition to the United States marking Doctors' Day on March 30, other countries like India and Iran observe this day on July 1 and August 23 respectively. Each country selects a date significant to their local medical history.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Doctors Undergo Extensive Training</h3><p class='facts-text'>A typical path to becoming a doctor in the United States includes four years of undergraduate study, four years of medical school, and between three to seven more years of residency training.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Doctors Often Work Long and Irregular Hours</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many physicians work long hours and irregular schedules. Even after they've completed their training, doctors work an average of 40-60 hours per week and often need to be on call for emergencies.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Doctors Take an Oath to Uphold Ethical Standards</h3><p class='facts-text'>Upon entering the medical profession, doctors take the Hippocratic Oath - a promise to uphold ethical standards, including confidentiality, non-maleficence (do no harm), and beneficence (do good).</p></div></div>
Doctors' Day is celebrated on March 30 every year. In 2024 Doctors' Day will occur on a Saturday.
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