One Nurse, Many Lives: The Alarming Nurse-Patient Ratio in Indian Healthcare
In the bustling corridors of an urban government hospital in New Delhi, Nurse Priya moves swiftly between beds, administering medications to one patient while mentally preparing for the next three who need immediate attention. Her 12-hour shift began at 7 AM, and it’s now 2 PM-she hasn’t had time for lunch, a proper bathroom break, […]
Mentoring Matters in Caring Profession:
“”Mentoring isn’t about guiding every step-it’s about lighting the path, believing in the journey, and walking beside someone until they believe in themselves.”-Antonia Pushparaj The Calling That Changed Everything The first time I held a premature newborn in my arms, something shifted inside me. Those tiny fingers, barely the size of my pinky nail, curled […]
Healing Hands, Hurt Souls: Addressing Violence Against Nurses in India
“When a hand raised to heal is met with harm, it’s not just the nurse who suffers; it’s the soul of our healthcare system that bleeds.” -Antonia Pushparaj “We come to work each day to heal, not to fear for our safety. The silence around violence against nurses isn’t just institutional-it’s societal, and it’s time […]
Antonia’s Avenue: Advocating for Children and Transforming Young Nurses
A Journey of Purpose and Transformation When I first created Antonia’s Avenue, I envisioned a pathway where passionate healthcare professionals could find inspiration, guidance, and community. What began as a personal blog has blossomed into something more meaningful-a space where child advocacy and nursing mentorship converge to create ripples of positive change across healthcare systems. […]