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2009 News
- 12.22.2009 | Tell the President and Congress: Don't tax nurses' healthcare coverage
- 12.21.2009 | Nurses Say Senate Bill Entrenches Chokehold of Insurance Giants
- 12.18.2009 | MNA Board Releases Certified Result for Secret Ballot Membership Vote In Favor of Dues Proposal to Support Affiliation with National Nurses United
- 12.17.2009 | Video Interviews from NNU Convention
- 12.15.2009 | URGENT! Tell Senator Reid: "Support Amendment No. 2837"
- 12.15.2009 |
President's Column: Let us begin the work that needs to be done - 12.15.2009 |
Donna Kelly-Williams elected president of MNA - 12.15.2009 |
Safe RN Staffing: Fact vs. Fiction - 12.15.2009 |
Union democracy: not a passive activity - 12.15.2009 |
MNA leaders address issue of safe patient handling during D.C. visit - 12.15.2009 |
Wilmington school RN honored by MSNO - 12.15.2009 |
Recognizing nursing excellence: MNA 2009 award winners - 12.15.2009 |
2009 MNA Legislative Awards - 12.15.2009 | Swine (H1N1) and Seasonal Flu Updates
- 12.09.2009 | Nation's New RN SuperUnion Names Executive Director, Holds First Public Rally for RN Rights, Representation
- 12.08.2009 | Dispatch #2 From NNU Convention by MNA Delegate Sandy Eaton
- 12.08.2009 | It’s Official: Three Unions Merge to Form Nurses ‘Super Union’
- 12.07.2009 | RNs Pledge Major Boost in Organizing, Voice in Congress
- 12.07.2009 | MNA Delegates Participate in NNU Founding Convention
- 12.07.2009 | RN SuperUnion Founding Convention Opens Today
- 12.07.2009 | Dispatch #1 from the NNU Convention by MNA delegate Sandy Eaton on Opening Night Reception
- 12.04.2009 | Thank You from Katherine Kirkland, MPH
- 11.30.2009 | How to Recognize and Respond to Sexual Harrassment in the Workplace
- 11.16.2009 | Nurses Rally in Support of Veterans and the Holyoke Soldiers' Home
- 11.12.2009 | As Nurses Hold Candlelight Vigil Federal Mediator is Called in
- 11.11.2009 | MNA Membership Votes In Favor of Dues Proposal to Support Affiliation with National Nurses United -- the New “RN Super Union”
- 11.10.2009 | Nurses Protest Layoffs at Cooley Dickinson
- 11.09.2009 | Nurses Protest Threat of Layoffs
- 11.04.2009 | Joe O’Brien Wins Mayor of Worcester!
- 11.04.2009 | Nurses press for patient limits
- 11.03.2009 | Patient Safety Act is Focus of State House Hearing on November 3
- 11.02.2009 | How safe is your hospital? Recent attacks highlight potential for violence
- 11.02.2009 | Medical centers deal with danger every day
- 11.02.2009 | Advocates For Patient Safety Urge Legislature to Act
- 10.22.2009 |
Executive Director's Column: Standing at the crossroads of change - 10.22.2009 |
Looking back at four meaningful years as MNA president - 10.22.2009 |
MNA votes to join RN Super Union at annual convention - 10.22.2009 |
In addition to supporting new national, members support policies regarding affiliation with NNU - 10.22.2009 |
Mourning the death of Senator Kennedy - 10.22.2009 |
Advocate for safe RN staffing on Nov. 3 - 10.22.2009 |
Down the rabbit hole - 10.22.2009 |
A family friendly workplace: how unions make a difference - 10.22.2009 |
2009 flu vaccine update: seasonal and H1N1 - 10.22.2009 |
MNA urges respiratory protection for healthcare workers - 10.22.2009 |
Central Mass AFL-CIO honors MNA Region 2 chair - 10.22.2009 |
2009 Rosemary Smith Memorial Golf Tournament a booming success - 10.22.2009 |
MNA Unveils Fifth Online Continuing Nursing Education Program - 10.13.2009 | Location for NNU Founding Convention Changed
- 10.06.2009 | MNF Raffle Ticket Winners
- 10.06.2009 | Oct 6 09 ACEP: Prolonged Stays in ED Translate to Long Stays in Hospital; Expert says penalize hospitals for boarding!
- 10.01.2009 | Massachusetts Nurses Association Votes to Join RN Super Union at Annual Convention
- 09.30.2009 | MNA Members Speak on National Nurses Union
- 09.30.2009 | Health care workers taking a pass on H1N1 vaccinations | NECN
- 09.28.2009 | 2009 MNA Election Results
- 09.24.2009 | Nurses Needed for Flu Clinics
- 09.23.2009 | Timing for Mailing Supplemental Secret Mail Ballot
- 09.18.2009 | MNA Supports DPH Plan Requiring Health Care Employers to Provide Flu Vaccination to Health Care Workers
- 09.18.2009 | 2009 Convention & Business Meeting – Important Travel Information
- 09.17.2009 | Voices of Support for the New National Nurses Union
- 09.15.2009 |
Super union update: Membership readies for historic vote on Oct. 1 - 09.15.2009 |
Why I am walking away from the new national - 09.15.2009 |
Frequently Asked Questions about National Nurses Union - 09.15.2009 |
A nurse is NOT a punching bag - 09.15.2009 |
Advocate for safe RN staffing - 09.15.2009 |
MNA members meet congressmen on their home turf - 09.15.2009 |
Legislators hear from front-line nurses on safe patient handling needs - 09.15.2009 |
Nurses: Your Health & Safety Risks at Work - 09.15.2009 |
When social networking enters the workplace - 09.15.2009 |
Buprenorphine treatment: a nurse’s story - 09.15.2009 |
RN 'Super Union' Update: National Adopts New Name, Sets Date and Location for Founding Convention - 09.15.2009 |
MNA goes green(er)! - 09.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 09.15.2009 |
Notes from the chair at Franklin Medical Center - 09.14.2009 | NNU Constitution & Summary of Affiliation Agreement
- 09.10.2009 | California Nurses/NNOC, Nation's Largest Nurses' Organization, Unanimously Endorses Joining RN Super Union
- 09.03.2009 | 2009 Flu Vaccine Update
- 08.26.2009 | Mourning the Loss of our Good Friend, Senator Edward M. Kennedy
- 08.15.2009 |
Timing is everything - 08.15.2009 |
The great tax debate of 2009: facts and figures that help - 08.15.2009 |
The Time is NOW for a National RN Union - 08.15.2009 |
How the New National Union Came to Be - 08.15.2009 |
The Proposed New Dues Structure - 08.15.2009 |
Be there on Oct. 1 to Cast Your Vote on the New National! - 08.15.2009 |
MNA Hosts Regional Meetings for Members - 08.15.2009 |
Workplace hazards conference looks at safety beyond the salary - 08.11.2009 | CDC Novel H1N1 Vaccination Planning Q&A Aug 11 2009
- 08.11.2009 | State to designate providers to give H1N1 vaccines Aug 11 09
- 08.06.2009 | Ouch! Early flu shot season comes with 3 jabs
- 07.22.2009 | Joint Committee on Judiciary Hearing On Bill to Increase Criminal Penalties for Assaulting Nurses
- 07.20.2009 | Patient-Centered Global Payment System
- 07.20.2009 | MNA Board Approves National Union Constitution for Ratification Vote at Convention in October
- 07.20.2009 | The objectives of the new national union
- 07.20.2009 | A National Voice Can Mobilize Nursing's Voice and Power to Change Health Care
- 07.16.2009 | Boston Medical sues state for funds
- 07.16.2009 | Are hospitals putting "Patients First"?
- 07.15.2009 | MNA Draws Statewide Media Coverage for State House Hearing on Nursing Assault Prevention Bill
- 07.13.2009 | Joint Committee on Judiciary Holds July 14 Hearing On Bill to Increase Criminal Penalties for Assaulting Nurses
- 07.10.2009 | TV 5 Investigates Partners Health Care
- 07.10.2009 | MNA Opposed Recommendation of DMH Commission Calling for Reduction in Mental Health Beds
- 07.06.2009 | MNA Newsletter Receives Award in "Publication Excellence"
- 07.02.2009 | Buprenorphine Treatment: A Nurse’s Story
- 06.29.2009 | Sen. Moore Apologizes for Inappropriate Comment
- 06.29.2009 | Boston Globe Features Interview with MNA President Beth Piknick Regarding Two New Nurse-Oriented TV Dramas
- 06.26.2009 | Letter: MGH wants to keep union out of Danvers facility
- 06.25.2009 | MNA President Testifies at State House Hearing on Safe Patient Handling Bill
- 06.22.2009 | Joint Committee on Public Health to Hold June 23 Hearing on "Safe Patient Handling" Bill
- 06.16.2009 | National Nurses Movement Launches Ad Campaign for Nurse TV Shows
- 06.15.2009 |
An invitation: Join the MNF Board of Trustees - 06.15.2009 |
MNA members out in force for governor’s forums - 06.15.2009 |
Worcester rally: Crowne Plaza Hotel - 06.15.2009 |
Medical bills linked to bankruptcies—even for those with health insurance - 06.15.2009 |
Maley joins MNA’s legislative division - 06.15.2009 | HOSPITAL IN TRANSITION: Brockton Hospital trustees should resign over Goodman, former trustee says
- 06.15.2009 |
Board prepares for vote on National Nurses Union affiliation in Oct. - 06.15.2009 |
What’s wrong with the state budget? - 06.15.2009 |
Students talk to legislators about the frozen RN job market - 06.15.2009 |
MNA executes powerful campaign to save public health in Worcester - 06.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 06.15.2009 |
Strengthening organizing skills at the local level - 06.15.2009 |
Governor Patrick commemorates Workers’ Memorial Day with executive order extending OSHA protections to state employees - 06.15.2009 |
Hazardous ultraviolet radiation may be coming to a surgical suite near you! - 06.15.2009 |
MNA member honored by NERBNA - 06.15.2009 |
Region 2 joins letter carriers' food drive in Worcester - 06.14.2009 | HOSPITAL IN TRANSITION: Over two decades, Goodman wanted total control at Brockton Hospital, critics say
- 06.11.2009 | MNA Unit 7 Vice President Testified Before DMH Inpatient Study Commission
- 06.10.2009 | Testimony Before DMH Inpatient Commission Delivered by Karen Coughlin
- 06.10.2009 | Budget Alert
- 06.10.2009 | Interim CEO chosen for Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital
- 06.10.2009 | Goodman’s resignation draws mixed reaction
- 06.03.2009 | Brockton Hospital CEO on leave amid allegations is no stranger to controversy
- 06.01.2009 | Decimation of Worcester Public Health Department & Layoff of Nurses Makes National News
- 05.29.2009 | MNA Members Make Call for Single Payer Health Care Reform
- 05.26.2009 | Bill Moyers Features Interview with Nurse Advocate for Single Payer Health Care
- 05.21.2009 | Public health alarm sounded City urged not to privatize jobs
- 05.19.2009 | Agreement Reached!
- 05.18.2009 | National RN Day of Action
- 05.15.2009 |
National Nurses Union Update - 05.15.2009 |
MetroWest Leonard Morse nurses make appeal to community leaders - 05.15.2009 |
The Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act - 05.15.2009 |
Employee Free Choice Act update - 05.15.2009 |
Year after year, tulips will be a reminder of the MNA’s international success - 05.15.2009 |
Disaster/emergency preparedness: what you need to know - 05.15.2009 |
As U.S. launches swine flu emergency, Worcester eliminates staff that protects city - 05.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 05.15.2009 |
Discussing patient safety act with Sen. Moore in Worcester - 05.15.2009 |
Campaign to save psychiatric services at St. Vincent’s in Worcester a success - 05.15.2009 |
Rosa pledges support for the patient safety act - 05.15.2009 |
Worcester public school nurses meet with school committee members - 05.15.2009 | Clinical Conference 2009 Video
- 05.10.2009 | Governor proclaims May 10-16 as Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Awareness Week
- 05.07.2009 | National Nurses Union Update
- 04.29.2009 | Letter to Mr. O’Brien, Mayor Lukes and Members of the Worcester City Council
- 04.29.2009 | Campaign Launched to Save Public Health Services in Worcester, Oppose Idea of Privatization
- 04.29.2009 | Rally: Help Save Worcester's Public Health Services
- 04.23.2009 | Rally in Washington, DC, for Federal Staffing Legislation
- 04.23.2009 | Campaign to Save Psychiatric Services at St. Vincent’s a Success!
- 04.20.2009 | Budget alert! Protect DMR Clients and State Employees Insurance
- 04.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 04.15.2009 |
Kids and car seats - 04.15.2009 |
Lost in ‘Bizarro World’ - 04.15.2009 |
State's 'no diversion policy' is putting strain on Massachusetts hospitals - 04.15.2009 |
In these tough times, you need a strong voice - 04.15.2009 |
Legislative co-sponsors of the Patient Safety Act - 04.15.2009 |
Registered nurses continue their patient advocacy in Washington - 04.15.2009 |
Employee Free Choice Act: What You Need To Know - 04.15.2009 |
When times are tough too many people opt for union bashing - 04.14.2009 | Public nurses’ layoffs decried Critics: Illnesses could spread
- 04.08.2009 | COFAR Coalition Statehouse Rally Gathers Opposition to Governor Patrick's Facility Closure Plan
- 04.06.2009 | Layoff of Public Health Nurses in Worcester Will Decimate the City's Public Health Program & Increase the Risk for Spread of Communicable Diseases
- 03.27.2009 | Quick Reference Guide to Viewing Your Bargaining Unit on the New MNA Website
- 03.24.2009 | Nurses warn public about hallway patients
- 03.23.2009 | Nurses Protest Placement of Patients in Hallways
- 03.18.2009 | Single-payer health care system touted
- 03.15.2009 |
Executive Director's Column: MNA forges historic pact to create largest RN union ever in U.S. - 03.15.2009 |
Attention MNA members: help save DMR facilities - 03.15.2009 |
MetroWest gets political - 03.15.2009 |
Massachusetts House elects new speaker - 03.15.2009 |
Corporate greed, the U.S. economy and the United Auto Workers - 03.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 03.11.2009 | Employee Free Choice Act filed Yesterday in Washington with 260 co-sponsors
- 03.01.2009 | National Nurses Union Update
- 02.20.2009 | COFAR Action Link: Take Action Now!
- 02.18.2009 | MNA President Beth Piknick Signs onto Mass. Labor Leaders Letter to Obama Urging Passage of HR 676
- 02.18.2009 | Historic Pact Creates Largest RN Union Ever in U.S.
- 02.15.2009 |
MNA information request for acute care nurses regarding impact of DPH’s ‘No Diversion Policy’ and hospitals’ response on the patients you care for - 02.15.2009 |
New law will make it possible for more of our colleagues to join us! - 02.15.2009 |
How Franklin Medical Center became unionized: a conversation with Julie Lowensburg - 02.15.2009 |
State's RNs/health professionals criticize governor’s budget for its neglect of the most vulnerable mentally ill and disabled - 02.15.2009 |
President's Column: Economic climate means trouble for Cambridge Health Alliance - 02.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 02.15.2009 |
Cautious optimism for labor from the new administration - 02.15.2009 |
Environmental Health 101: your carbon footprint - 02.15.2009 | Why You Need Your Own Liability Insurance and Common Misconceptions
- 02.13.2009 | Attorney General Martha Coakley Obtains Consent Judgment Against Brimfield Man Accused of Harassing and Intimidating Former Coworkers (MC)
- 01.29.2009 | State’s RNs/Health Professionals Criticize Governor’s Budget for Its Neglect of State-Operated Programs for the Care of the Most Vulnerable Mentally Ill and Disabled Residents
- 01.15.2009 |
Executive Director's Column: Breaking the link to employer-based health insurance - 01.15.2009 |
MNA opposes state plan to close four developmental centers - 01.15.2009 |
The MNA sets legislative agenda for 2009–2010 - 01.15.2009 |
MNA members report loud and clear: unsafe staffing remains the greatest patient care concern - 01.15.2009 |
Caritas Carney honors Penny Connolly at annual awards dinner - 01.15.2009 |
RNs at Brigham & Women’s ratify new one-year contract - 01.15.2009 |
BMC nurses ratify contract that includes pay hike, benefit enhancements and language to protect nurses’ union rights - 01.15.2009 |
Bargaining Unit Updates - 01.15.2009 |
Welcome change expected with Obama pick as labor secretary - 01.15.2009 |
Why it is called the Employee Free Choice Act - 01.15.2009 |
MNA Region 3 unveils AEDs for Life program - 01.15.2009 |
Flu vaccination: an occupational health and patient safety issue - 01.13.2009 | MNA Information Request for Acute Care Nurses
- 01.11.2009 | Friends defend Glavin Center
- 01.07.2009 | MNA Peer Assistance Program
- 01.02.2009 | Nurses Won't Be Rushed Into Consessions
