Migration of nurses: is there any other option?

Background: Migration of nurses has taken center stage as a human resource issue in global discussion. Migration of nurses is associated with shortage of manpower, HIV/AIDS and the expanded roles of nurses. Purpose: To examine reasons behind migration and to argue that there are greater incentives for migrating than staying. Results: There are greater incentives for migrating than staying. Conclusion: Migration will remain an option until governments put in place professional mechanisms and incentives that will counteract various push factors.