WSNA statement on new CDC language regarding autism and vaccines
We call on the CDC to remove this harmful misinformation immediately.
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Ruth Schubert, APR
Director of Marketing and Communications
Statements
Statement from WSNA on the government shutdown and attacks on health care
WSNA calls on the president and Congress to work across the aisle and find a solution that all Americans deserve — one that protects healthcare, lowers costs, and keeps the government open.
WSNA rejects Pres., FDA advice on acetaminophen in pregnancy
The overwhelming body of evidence confirms that acetaminophen is safe and appropriate for the management of pain or fever in pregnancy, and there is no evidence of a causal link to autism.
Multistate letter: Western Health Alliance
The erosion of public trust in federal health agencies has underscored the urgent need for strong, science-driven leadership at the state and regional levels.
Lawsuit settlement requires restoration of critical federal health resources
“When clinicians, researchers, and advocates join together in pushing back against harmful policies by the administration, we can make a meaningful impact for our patients.”
State nurses’ associations raise alarm over reports of potential dismissal of USPSTF members
We strongly urge the HHS to preserve the independence and credibility of the USPSTF by keeping the group’s membership intact and allow future meetings to proceed.
Joint statement from state nurses associations on Medicaid enrollee disclosure to ICE
We wholeheartedly condemn this action, and demand that the information not be used to target any individuals.
State nurses associations express concern over emergency abortion access
We stand firmly against policies that compromise nurses' ethical and professional obligations to provide compassionate, evidence-based care, which can lead to life-threatening outcomes.
Letter from WSNA president to Seattle Children's Hospital regarding gender-affirming care
"We stand with trans kids, their families, and the numerous voices urging Seattle Children’s Hospital to resume its position as an advocate and full care provider for trans patients."
WSNA follow-up statement on closure of Sacred Heart adolescent psychiatry unit
Providence wants the community to believe that closure of their adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit will not negatively impact the community and patients they once served. This is simply not true.