Marcos Pledges Improved Nurse-Patient Ratios and Enhanced Opportunities
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pledged to improve nurse-to-patient ratios, fill vacant positions, and create more opportunities for Filipino nurses, addressing the nation's healthcare workforce challenges and nurse exodus.
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