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American Nurses Association

The American Nurses Association (ANA) is a premier organization representing the interests of nearly four million registered nurses in the United States. Established in 1896, its primary mission is to advance the nursing profession by fostering high standards of nursing practice, promoting a safe and ethical work environment, bolstering the health and wellness of nurses, and advocating healthcare issues affecting nurses and the public. The ANA is instrumental in disseminating nursing knowledge, defining professional nursing standards and ethics, and influencing legislation that impacts nurses and the public.