| In the U.S., industry leaders and experts often discuss the nursing shortage and its impact on the healthcare industry. Shortages can leave the entire workforce feeling burned out, resentful, and angry, and the impact on patient care is even greater. As CNOs work to recruit and retain nurses, both locally and internationally, it's important to understand that the nursing industry in the U.S. is only one piece of the puzzle. Globally, the situation is incredibly complex and the challenges go beyond just workforce shortages. The World Health Organization’s (WHO) State of the world’s nursing 2025 report states that progress in closing workforce gaps has slowed, despite the number of healthcare workers increasing steadily over the last 10 years. In this week’s lead story, let’s take a look at some key findings that CNOs should be aware of from the report. | 
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