Chief Nursing Officer

Former Tonga Health Minister takes up international position, vows to be global advocate for nurses

In her inaugural address, Dr Tu’ipulotu said she was privileged to be the WHO’s new Chief Nursing Officer.

She said she would be an advocate for nurses and midwives around the world.

She said they had faced tough times during the Covid-19 epidemic and shown courage, resilience and commitment to their profession.

She said the world needed to be better prepared to respond to challenges in the future.

Dr Tu’ipulotu told Kaniva News she was extremely overwhelmed and excited by the appointment.