Organization News
Here are the latest stories from the NPA:
NPA Challenges AMA Stand on Health Reform
NPA Policy Chair Dr. Christopher P. McCoy voices strong frustration with the AMA’s position on health reform. The blogosphere is abuzz and the phones keep ringing. CLICK HERE TO READ HIS POST: Dear AMA: I Quit!
Health Care Reform Week of Action - June 20-July 1
Plan for NPA summer days of action, June 20-July 1, with a trip to Washington! We are gearing up for a messaging training on June 24th with a rally and Hill visits planned for June 25th. If you’ve never been part of the DC legislative action, this is critical time for physicians to be involved! Click here to register your interest. If you can’t travel to Washington but are interested in hosting an echo event locally, click here.
To find an echo event near you, click here
NPA SPEAKS OUT IN TELEVISED AD CAMPAIGN
NPA President-Elect Dr. Valerie Arkoosh advocates for a public health insurance option in a television commercial airing in six critical states. Click here to watch.
California Academy of Family Physicians Joins Rx:Vote Campaign
The California Academy of Family Physicians joins our network of Rx:Vote Campaign Partners, dedicated to increasing the civic engagement of physicians and patients. Learn more about the Rx: Vote Campaign and how your organization can get involved.
Physician Payments Sunshine Act Reintroduced in 111th Congress
The National Physicians Alliance supports the Physician Payments Sunshine Act of 2009. Click here to learn more.
INTRODUCING THE "SECURE HEALTH CARE FOR ALL" CAMPAIGN
The National Physicians Alliance is determined to keep health reform at the top of the political agenda. Join us in our campaign to secure guaranteed, affordable, high quality health care for all. Click here to learn more.
NPA LAUNCHES NEW CAMPAIGN: Rx: VOTE!
The nation’s community health centers, clinics, and hospitals have a unique ability and responsibility to empower patients to participate in the democratic process and advocate for vital health reform. The NPA is organizing volunteers at clinical sites across the country to help with voter registration. Learn more and get involved at Rx: VOTE!
COVER PENNSYLVANIA'S UNINSURED
The NPA’s Pennsylvania Action Network is fighting for coverage of ALL Pennsylvanians. Learn more and sign a letter of support for critical pending legislation.
NPA LAUNCHES UNBRANDED DOCTOR CAMPAIGN
Join our network of UNBRANDED DOCTORS--physicians committed to reducing the influence of pharmaceutical marketing on our profession!
NPA leaders publish Op-Ed in Seattle Post Intelligencer on Prescription Surveillance
NPA leaders Dr. Rupin Thakkar and Dr. Jeff Huebner write in support of state bills to limit the sale of prescription records for marketing purposes. Read the full editorial here.