NHS 72nd Birthday - This Sunday!
On Sunday 5th July 2020, it will be 72 years since the NHS and social care system was established.
2020 has been the most challenging year in NHS history. This year, the birthday is an opportunity to recognise, reflect and remember. To recognise the skills, commitment, achievements, compassion and diversity of all our 1.9 million people, across more than 350 different professions.
On Saturday 4th July, the day before the birthday, there will be a moment of remembrance and reflection for those we have lost during the pandemic. This is a chance for the nation to come together and pay our respects. It is being led by the Together Coalition and they are asking people to place a light in their window or on their doorstep.
To find out more about these events to mark the NHS' birthday, please visit the NHS website.
If you would like to learn more about the incredible history of the NHS just click this interactive timeline produced by The Nuffield Trust.
