Washington, May 5 -- Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata issued the following press release:

Congresswoman Uifa'atali Amata is sending appreciation to American Samoa's nurses in celebration of National Nurses Week (May 6-12), which begins with National Nurses Day (May 6) in the U.S., followed by National School Nurse Day, National Student Nurses Day (May 8), and the week is bookended by International Nurses Day (May 12).

"A special thank you to each of our wonderful nurses, especially in our islands where you are so needed. You are there for all of us right when we need you most, and you are known for carrying on with care, kindness, cheerful spirits, and excellence even in often stressful circumstances," said Congresswoman Amata. "Each of yo...