The number of nurses holding state legislative office in the U.S. has declined significantly over the past decade, investigators from Columbia Nursing report in a new study.
In health policy roles, government posts, and the voting booth, Columbia Nurses are stepping up to advocate for patients, populations, and their profession.
On June 2, 2021, Columbia University School of Nursing and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital convened a panel of health care leaders to discuss the Future of Nursing 2020-2030 report.
New research by Patricia Stone, PhD, found that nursing homes (NHs) with Black residents had higher rates of COVID-19 infection and deaths during the first wave of the pandemic.
Rep. Thomas Suozzi joined 144 MDE students via Zoom for their Health and Social Policy class this semester, providing a real-world perspective on health care policy.
Patricia Stone, PhD, commented on the data from the NY State Health Department in regards to nursing home deaths from COVID-19 and the implementation of the National Healthcare Safety Network.
Columbia Nursing was mentioned in an article about a new study showing reduced hospital trips for patients in facilities that integrate palliative care and infection management.
Rep. Lauren Underwood, MSN/MPH, RN, one of three nurses serving in the U.S. House of Representatives, spoke with nurses about how they can advocate for a better health care system for all.