Distrust of Public Health's Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic Hurt, Maria Christina Hurt, Maria Christina Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 122(6):53-56, June 2022. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The author discusses why so many Americans have pushed back against pandemic mitigation measures—and what nurses can do to help rebuild trust in public health institutions. Buy
Understanding the Language of Health Reform Rambur, Betty; Pulcini, Joyce Rambur, Betty; Pulcini, Joyce Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 122(1):48-53, January 2022. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors define key terms, such as public option, single payer, and universal health care; outline health care–related elements of the American Rescue Plan Act; and offer suggestions to support nursing advocacy. Buy
A Call to the CMS: Mandate Adequate Professional Nurse Staffing in Nursing Homes Kolanowski, Ann; Cortes, Tara A.; Mueller, Christine; More Kolanowski, Ann; Cortes, Tara A.; Mueller, Christine; Bowers, Barbara; Boltz, Marie; Bakerjian, Deb; Harrington, Charlene; Popejoy, Lori; Vogelsmeier, Amy; Wallhagen, Margaret; Fick, Donna; Batchelor, Melissa; Harris, Melodee; Palan-Lopez, Ruth; Dellefield, Mary; Mayo, Ann; Woods, Diana Lynn; Horgas, Ann; Cacchione, Pamela Z.; Carter, Diane; Tabloski, Patricia; Gerdner, Linda Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 121(3):24-27, March 2021. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: The authors address the association between low RN staffing levels and poor health outcomes in nursing homes and urge the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to enact reform. Buy
The Politics of Health Care Myers, Carole R. Myers, Carole R. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 121(2):22-24, February 2021. Abstract Abstract In Brief In Brief Favorite PDF Permissions In Brief: An overview of President Joe Biden's proposals to improve health care access, reduce costs, and restore rights and benefits. Buy
Do Work Requirements Benefit Medicaid, SNAP, and TANF Recipients? Myers, Carole R. Myers, Carole R. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 120(11):22-25, November 2020. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
ANA Adopts New Presidential Election Policy Myers, Carole R. Myers, Carole R. Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 119(10):19-20, October 2019. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy
Health Care Policy Update: New Medicaid Work Requirements, Preexisting Conditions at Risk, the Drug Cost Crisis Molyneux, Jacob Molyneux, Jacob Less AJN, American Journal of Nursing. 118(8):22-24, August 2018. Abstract Abstract Favorite PDF Permissions Buy