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May 7, 1845 · Nursing, Professional Leadership & Health Equity

She Opened the Profession to Black Nurses

Mary Eliza Mahoney became the first professionally trained Black nurse in the United States and widened the path into nursing.

Then

Black achievement emerged within institutions that restricted access and recognition.

Now

The milestone expands how American excellence and leadership are understood.

Next

History becomes useful when remembrance helps widen opportunity.

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