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AAHFN AdvocacyAdvocacy Committee Goal:The Advocacy Committee advocates for policies that support the resources for optimal care for heart failure patients, their caregivers, nurses and providers. ad·vo·ca·cy noun public support for or recommendation of a particular cause or policy Synonyms: Support for, backing of, promotion of, championing of; argument for, push for; informal boosterism of
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YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF THE ADVOCACY COMMITTEE TO BE AN ADVOCATE! As nurses, we advocate for our patients to receive the care and services needed to improve their quality of life within our respected work areas. You can utilize your skills to communicate with our nation’s leaders to share your expertise to ensure our patients as well as our nursing colleagues receive the support they deserve! Please read this article on Nurses Advocating for Nurses
Reach out to your legislators and introduce yourself as a constituent that can assist them with bills related to patient care and nursing. Remember, you are an expert and they will appreciate your generosity and support! How to find your U.S. House of Representative http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/
How to find your U.S. Senator https://www.senate.gov/senators/contact/
Key Current Issues Title VIII Nursing Workforce Reauthorization Medicare Home Infusion Site of Care Act
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Advanced Heart Failure Symposium
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AAHFN 15th annual meeting