National Nurses Union to March in D.C., Protest Cuts to Health Care Programs
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Nurses from the National Nurses United (NNU) union will partake in the “Mobilize to Save Our Health Care” march in Washington D.C. on March 12, in response to threats to Medicaid, Medicare and the Affordable Care Act. The NNU highlights the importance of these programs for patient care nationwide, asserting that budget cuts directly attack patients. The union, which represents more than 225,000 nurses, is also hosting an educational webinar about fighting against Medicaid cuts on March 13.
Nurses Union Warns of Threats to Medicaid, Medicare, and Affordable Care Act
The National Nurses United (NNU), America’s largest registered nurses’ union, plans to join the Mobilize to Save Our Health Care march in Washington, D.C., on March 12. They warn that cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act present a serious threat to patient care nationwide.
NNU president, Nancy Hagans, RN, emphasizes the critical importance of these health care programs, stating, “Taking away their health care is deadly. This is an attack on children, seniors, and patients who are pregnant or have disabilities.”
Event Details
- Who: National Nurses United nurses
- What: Mobilize to Save Our Health Care
- When: Wednesday, March 12, 12 p.m. ET
- Where: March begins at Columbus Circle, Washington, D.C., and ends at the U.S. Capitol
NNU vice-president, Diane McClure, RN, will also speak at the event, decrying the potential closures of hospitals and care facilities due to budget cuts.
According to 2023 data, over a fifth of the U.S. population had Medicaid-funded health care coverage. The cuts also threaten agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and National Institutes of Health (NIH) that provide vital research and guidance for health care professionals.
The March 12 event is part of a broader effort to combat threats to U.S. health care. It’s organized by the Center for Popular Democracy and co-sponsored by NNU, which represents over 225,000 nationwide nurses and advocates for improved policies and legislation.
On March 13, NNU will host an educational webinar on defending against significant Medicaid cuts. The webinar will feature speakers like NNU President Cathy Kennedy, RN, and AFL-CIO President Liz Schuler. Registration for the webinar is available here.
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