Have you read perspective pieces from Donna Gaffney and Teri Mills, the dynamic nursing duo, I call “The OpEd Nurses.” They have earned this title through their impactful opinion writing, where they consistently challenge healthcare policies that threaten public health. As leaders in Nurses for America, Gaffney and Mills translate complex health issues into accessible, evidence-based arguments, advocating for patient rights and informed healthcare practices.
Their prolific contributions to major publications like The Philadelphia Inquirer and most recently, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette highlight their commitment to addressing critical topics, including vaccine safety and systemic healthcare challenges. Through their persistent advocacy, they remind us of the vital role nurses play in shaping public discourse on health policy, guided by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s powerful reminder:
Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. – The Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr.
These veteran nurses, leaders in Nurses for America, have become renowned for their persistent advocacy through opinion writing. Their numerous published pieces have established them as influential voices in healthcare policy, consistently challenging decisions that could compromise public health.
In their latest OpEd, Gaffney and Mills leverage their decades of healthcare experience to highlight the serious risks posed by Kennedy’s potential leadership, including his controversial stances on vaccines, milk safety, and water fluoridation. Their writing exemplifies how nurses can effectively translate complex health policies into accessible, evidence-based arguments that can shape public understanding and potentially influence legislative outcomes.
As the nation grapples with this contentious nomination, the OpEd Nurses provide a crucial perspective from the frontlines of healthcare. Their piece serves as both a stark warning about the potential risks to public health and a call to action for senators to carefully consider the implications of confirming Kennedy for this critical role.
Read the latest offerings from The OpEd Nurses, Donna Gaffney, and Teri Mills. Links are included below:
Donna A. Gaffney and Teri Mills: Mr. Fetterman and Mr. McCormick, say no to RFK Jr.
As I was preparing this blog, an email came through from Donna and Teri sharing another publication in the Lake Oswego Review.
Opinion: RFK Jr. flunks test to protect nation’s health
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Robin, Thank you for the thoughtful and inspiring blog post! I feel like I truly understand what it means to work on a newspaper deadline—something I learned at Columbia Journalism School but never imagined I’d need to put into practice!
These are challenging times, and they demand that we all speak up. If not nurses, then who?
Robin, thank you for your unwavering support in amplifying our message. Your ability to uplift school nurses, all nurses, and the broader community with your words is nothing short of incredible. We’re so grateful for your voice and your dedication!
WRITE ON!!!!!!!