Position Statements
 
Position Statements
American Academy of Nursing's Position Statement on Immunization: Supporting Evidence-Informed Policies to Prevent Disease and Promote Public Health 

Supporting Evidence-Based Immunization Policies 

September 17, 2025

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American Academy of Nursing's Position Statement on Gender-Affirming Care 

Protecting and Expanding Access to Health Care for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Populations

Originally Approved October 30, 2024
Updated March 13, 2025

Developed by the LGBTQ+ Health Expert Panel

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American Academy of Nursing's Position Statement on Reducing Maternal Mortality and Morbidity and Advancing Maternal Health Equity 

Supporting Evidence-Based Policies to Ensure Care Access for Pregnant People 

June 20, 2024

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American Academy of Nursing's Position Statement on Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Care 

Supporting Policies to Ensure Access for Sexual and Reproductive Health Care 

Originally Approved May 15, 2024
Updated March 13, 2025

Developed by the Bioethics, Health Equity, and Women’s Health Expert Panels. Reviewed by the LGBTQ+ Health Expert Panel.

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American Academy of Nursing's Position Statement on Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention 

American Academy of Nursing Supports Policies to Reduce Firearm Violence

November 17, 2022

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