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Give a round of applause for health care workers this Wednesday

Participants can spread the word using the hashtag #HealthCareHeroesATX.
Credit: Jackson Grimm
Mural celebrates essential workers at the corner of Sandy Koufax Lane and Jackie Robinson Place in Round Rock. Photo by KVUE's Jackson Grimm.

AUSTIN, Texas — In hard times, even the smallest gesture can make a big difference.

National Nurses Week kicks off Wednesday, May 6. As part of an initiative, Austin Mayor Steve Adler is asking residents to join in applause at 7 p.m. Wednesday from wherever they are to celebrate nurses and other medical workers.

"Help spread the word to make some noise on May 6 at 7 p.m. using #HealthCareHeroesATX," read a press release from Adler's office.

In addition to the round of applause, Austin buildings will be lit blue Wednesday evening to kick off National Nurses Week.

WATCH: Austin artist honors health care workers

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