National Nurse Campaign

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I'm all for this movement and having nursing leadership represented on the same level as the Surgeon General. I've seen in my own practice as an RN and NP how we can use our relationship to motivate people to begin healthy habits in their life.

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As an RN, I've become aware that chronic, preventable diseases are consuming the bulk of our health care dollars. The most simple, direct and immediate impact that one can make to their health is to reduce their consumption of all animal products--meat, eggs, fish, and esp. dairy. Study after study has supported the healthful benefits of a plant-based diet--increasing quality of life and longevity. Plus, an estimated 1.8 billion dollars a year could be saved on health care costs nationwide.