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Nurses Continue to Urge Congress to Pass a Fair Farm …

by The ANHE Team

Published May 1, 2026

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TOMORROW! Join us for an evening of connection, re

TOMORROW! Join us for an evening of connection, reflection, and inspiration as we bring together nurses and leaders committed to environmental health and justice. This is more than a meetup—it’s a space to build community, share ideas, and continue the work of advancing health through advocacy and leadership.

Register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/rHDho

STARTS TOMORROW! Nurses see the health impacts of

STARTS TOMORROW! Nurses see the health impacts of environmental harm every day, in our clinics, hospitals, and communities. From worsening air quality to toxic chemical exposure, these threats are not abstract. They are showing up in our patients.

That’s why we’re coming together for ANHE Virtual Hill Days on May 13–14. Join us to meet with legislators and advocate for clean air, safe water, climate action, and protections that put health first.

This is a critical moment to speak out against rollbacks that put communities at risk and to push for policies that protect both people and the planet.

Register and join us. Your voice matters. (link in bio) https://zurl.co/xcsU4

NEXT WEEK: Join us May 18 at 1pm ET for an informa

NEXT WEEK: Join us May 18 at 1pm ET for an informational briefing on solar radiation management (SRM), a form of geoengineering gaining attention in climate and policy discussions. Featuring Dr. Jim Franke and Dr. Tony Harding, this webinar will explore the science, governance, and key uncertainties surrounding SRM. Register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/HaB52

Last week, advocates and community members gathere

Last week, advocates and community members gathered for “Scorched Earth Day in Massachusetts” to speak out against the Trump administration’s polluters-first agenda and its impacts on public health, climate, and communities.

We’re proud that ANHE member Dr. Suellen Breakey participated in the event, helping highlight the urgent connections between environmental policy, health, and justice.

ANHE's 2025 Annual Report is here! Last year refl

ANHE's 2025 Annual Report is here!

Last year reflects what’s possible when nurses lead—bringing their voices into national conversations, global spaces like COP30, and partnerships that are shaping healthier communities and a more sustainable future.

Inside, you’ll find stories, impact, and the growing momentum behind a movement rooted in environmental health and justice.

Read the full report (link in bio) : https://zurl.co/RzL06

A core value of ANHE is community and support of o

A core value of ANHE is community and support of one another. In 2026, we are working on ways for ANHE nurses to come together in support of each other. Join us!

Register today by using the link in our bio or heading to (link in bio):
https://zurl.co/gUKrE

Join us May 18 at 1pm ET for an informational brie

Join us May 18 at 1pm ET for an informational briefing on solar radiation management (SRM), a form of geoengineering gaining attention in climate and policy discussions. Featuring Dr. Jim Franke and Dr. Tony Harding, this webinar will explore the science, governance, and key uncertainties surrounding SRM. Register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/4Tc3W

NEXT WEEK! Join us for an evening of connection, r

NEXT WEEK! Join us for an evening of connection, reflection, and inspiration as we bring together nurses and leaders committed to environmental health and justice. This is more than a meetup—it’s a space to build community, share ideas, and continue the work of advancing health through advocacy and leadership.

Register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/lm6Se

NEXT WEEK! Nurses see the health impacts of enviro

NEXT WEEK! Nurses see the health impacts of environmental harm every day, in our clinics, hospitals, and communities. From worsening air quality to toxic chemical exposure, these threats are not abstract. They are showing up in our patients.

That’s why we’re coming together for ANHE Virtual Hill Days on May 13–14. Join us to meet with legislators and advocate for clean air, safe water, climate action, and protections that put health first.

This is a critical moment to speak out against rollbacks that put communities at risk and to push for policies that protect both people and the planet.

Register and join us. Your voice matters. (link in bio) https://zurl.co/0AFVU

This World Asthma Day: breathing shouldn’t be a pr

This World Asthma Day: breathing shouldn’t be a privilege.

Air pollution worsens asthma and contributes to millions of preventable deaths worldwide.

Demand clean air protections now (link in bio).
👉 https://zurl.co/JBa2T

Policy and Advocacy Forum meeting on Thursday May

Policy and Advocacy Forum meeting on Thursday May 7th from 3 - 4 pm ET.

We are excited to be joined by Nina Juntereal, PhD, RN. Her presentation explores what data centers are and how their rapid growth affects energy demand and environmental health. It introduces key principles for understanding AI and energy use, the involvement of PJM, and how these factors intersect with health outcomes. The session highlights coalition-building efforts in Pennsylvania to advance energy priorities on affordability, reliability, and sustainability. Emphasis is placed on the role of nurses as a trusted voice in advocacy and education and how nurses can get involved in state level policy engagement to protect public health.

Register in advance (link in bio):
https://zurl.co/eVIcf

Smoking indoors? Unacceptable. Smoking near kids?

Smoking indoors? Unacceptable. Smoking near kids? Unthinkable. A diesel bus idling outside a school? Just another weekday. Congress: help stop the attacks on #CleanerCars & #CleanerTrucks standards! #SecondHandSmog

Join us for an evening of connection, reflection,

Join us for an evening of connection, reflection, and inspiration as we bring together nurses and leaders committed to environmental health and justice. This is more than a meetup—it’s a space to build community, share ideas, and continue the work of advancing health through advocacy and leadership.

Register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/XORNs

An op-ed from an ANHE member Dr. Theresa Watts war

An op-ed from an ANHE member Dr. Theresa Watts warns: rolling back chemical safety laws puts our health at risk. From cancer-linked exposures to everyday toxic chemicals, these protections save lives—and weakening them will cost us.

Read more via the Las Vegas Sun (link in bio): https://zurl.co/gB4Ul

Toxic PFAS and microplastics are now everywhere, b

Toxic PFAS and microplastics are now everywhere, building up in our bodies and environment with no easy way out. It’s time to hold polluters accountable. Read more here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/WB4Mk

Nurses are speaking out: Congress must pass a fair

Nurses are speaking out: Congress must pass a fair Farm Bill that protects public health, supports farmers, and builds a more sustainable food system. 🌱🏥

Health professionals see the impacts firsthand—and they’re urging action now. #FarmBill #PublicHealth

Read the full press release here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/9HMo6

NEXT WEEK: Diesel pollution and climate change are

NEXT WEEK: Diesel pollution and climate change are urgent public health threats with direct impacts on respiratory, cardiovascular, and overall community health. Nurses are uniquely positioned on the front lines of care to recognize, address, and advocate against these environmental risks.

This webinar, hosted on the anniversary of the release of the Clearing the Air Report in Pennsylvania, will explore how diesel emissions contribute to poor air quality and health disparities, the growing health impacts of climate change, and why nursing leadership is essential in driving change. Participants will gain practical insights on education, advocacy strategies, and ways to integrate environmental health into clinical practice.

Join us on Tuesday, May 5th, 11 AM EDT to learn how PA nurses can play a critical role in protecting patient health and advancing a cleaner, healthier future.

register here (link in bio): https://zurl.co/Y5NCr

The American Lung Association’s 2026 “State of the

The American Lung Association’s 2026 “State of the Air” report is out, and the findings are clear: nearly half of all children in the U.S. are growing up breathing unhealthy air.

152 million people of all ages live in areas with unhealthy ozone or particle pollution, and recent rollbacks of air pollution standards threaten progress.
This Earth Day, we’re joining the call to urge EPA to return to their mission of protecting human health and the environment. Children’s health depends on it.

See how your community scored (link in bio): https://zurl.co/zdsl2

ANHE's 2025 Annual Report is here! Last year refl

ANHE's 2025 Annual Report is here!

Last year reflects what’s possible when nurses lead—bringing their voices into national conversations, global spaces like COP30, and partnerships that are shaping healthier communities and a more sustainable future.

Inside, you’ll find stories, impact, and the growing momentum behind a movement rooted in environmental health and justice.

Read the full report (or use the link in our bio!): https://zurl.co/xxMTv

Nurses see the health impacts of environmental har

Nurses see the health impacts of environmental harm every day, in our clinics, hospitals, and communities. From worsening air quality to toxic chemical exposure, these threats are not abstract. They are showing up in our patients.

That’s why we’re coming together for ANHE Virtual Hill Days on May 13–14. Join us to meet with legislators and advocate for clean air, safe water, climate action, and protections that put health first.

This is a critical moment to speak out against rollbacks that put communities at risk and to push for policies that protect both people and the planet.

Register and join us. Your voice matters. https://zurl.co/nLC3Q

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