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Today, Dr. Vivek Murthy released a Surgeon General’s Advisory on the causal link between alcohol consumption and increased cancer risk. With about 20,000 alcohol-related cancer deaths per year in the U.S., we must increase awareness of the risks of alcohol consumption. https://ow.ly/GWnL50UzoHh

The American Nurses Association and American Nurses Association Massachusetts are saddened by the loss of Dr. Anne Manton. Dr. Manton's past leadership roles include President of ANA Massachusetts (ANAMASS), President of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), President of the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing, and numerous positions as chair, delegate, and consultant. Anne helped to shape the trajectory of the organizations she served. Her commitment to mentorship has instilled excellence in generations of nurses. Dr. Manton has received many honors, including the ANAMASS Living Legends in Massachusetts Nursing Award and the ENA Lifetime Achievement and Gail P. Lenehan Advocacy Awards. In 2022 she was inducted into the American Nurses Association Hall of Fame. The University of Rhode Island College of Nursing named her a Nursing Luminary and the National Student Nurses Association made her an Honorary Lifetime Member. Numerous accolades, achievements and personal tributes speak to Dr. Anne Manton’s lifelong dedication and outstanding contributions that provided enduring value to nursing. During her 60-year storied career as a practicing nurse, educator, leader, editor, and mentor, her love for nursing and desire to make the profession better than when she entered it was always clear to those who know her. Read an interview with Anne Manton (MA Report on Nursing August 2022) here: https://lnkd.in/ecgKgteG   Anne's contributions to the nursing profession are countless and her passing will be a loss for all those that she touched. Read Living Legend: A Tribute to Dr. Anne Manton (Journal of ENA. March 2019) here: https://lnkd.in/ewBihu-f. Anne will be greatly missed by all that knew her.   Services (Chapman Funeral Home, Mashpee, MA) Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 5, 2025 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM. A full obituary can be found here: https://legcy.co/3W4udRs For those who will be unable to attend the Funeral Mass in person, the Mass will be live-streamed and can be viewed at https://lnkd.in/gvdqnDGk.

🎉 Happy New Year to the incredible nurses who keep our communities thriving! Your hard work, resilience, and dedication have shone so brightly and we know many of you are still caring for patients while others celebrate. 💙 As we step into 2025, we want to hear from you. What are your New Year's resolutions for a healthier lifestyle—whether it's for yourself or your patients? Share them in the comments below! Let's inspire each other to make 2025 a year of wellness and growth. 🌟 Thank you for everything you do. Here's to another year of empowering the heartbeat of health care. 💪 #HappyNewYear #NurseLife #PowerOfNurses

Are you familiar with the Blue Zone lifestyle? 🌟 These nine evidence-based habits promote health, longevity, and well-being by tackling risks like obesity, depression, and dementia. Whether it’s prioritizing community, staying active, or eating mindfully, these practices offer insights for a thriving life. Explore the origins of Blue Zones and how you can incorporate these habits with American Nurse 💡https://ow.ly/FbjI50UysfB

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the credentialing center's PTAP accreditation process, including eligibility, standards, application, and review. Join our upcoming virtual workshop, Feb. 20 & 21—ideal for potential new applicants, new applicants, and reaccrediting programs. Reserve your seat today! https://lnkd.in/eziSvQKB #TTP #RNResident #RNFellow #NewGrad

New Episode! 🎧 "Herencia Hispana: Hispanic Nurses in Action" (Ep. 115)  Wrapping up this year’s #HispanicHeritageMonth, our latest episode of #SeeYouNow is a special celebration of the incredible contributions of Hispanic #nurses!  Hear from nurse scientist Roxana Chicas, PhD, RN, FAAN, on her groundbreaking research protecting agricultural workers from heat-related illness and advocating for policy change. Plus, Vincent Guilamo-Ramos, PhD, MPH, LCSW, RN, shares how his institute is redesigning the U.S. healthcare system to focus on preventive, whole-person care.  Discover how their cultural heritage fuels their commitment for health equity and care for vulnerable communities.    Listen now! https://hubs.ly/Q0303dYb0 #HealthEquity #NurseInnovation #HealthcareTransformation  

Securing funding for nurses’ innovative ideas is no small task. That’s why the American Nurses Foundation is committed to investing in nurses and their groundbreaking work! ✨ With generous contributions from donors like you, they’re shaping the future of healthcare. Learn more as ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy highlights how the foundation is making a difference. https://ow.ly/o1kT50UxAlE #NursingInnovation #Leadership

Last chance! This holiday season, every gift to nurses goes twice as far. 🎁 Through the month of December, online donations to the American Nurses Foundation are being matched—up to $15,000—thanks to Lightful and the Jessie Ball duPont Fund. Make your impact today. https://ow.ly/JHyo50Ux0JK #SupportNurses

If you’re new to accreditation or your role, the Nursing Continuing Professional Development virtual workshop guides you through every step of the process from terminology to self-study criteria, ensuring you’re ready to excel. Join us Feb. 11 & 12, 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET: https://lnkd.in/edPpV_tv

Our latest #SeeYouNow episode, 🎧 "Ready to Level Up" (Ep. 114) is live! Millions of children experience anxiety when undergoing surgeries with general anesthesia. Nurse practitioner Abby Hess, APRN, DNP, shares her creative solution to make anesthesia induction less scary for kids and their families. Plus, learn how collaboration with mentors has helped her reimagine the surgical experience and improve outcomes.    Listen now to hear how Abby’s innovation is leveling up pediatric care! https://hubs.ly/Q03038J80 #HealthcareInnovation #PediatricCare