Health professionals are 12-23% less likely to vote than the general population. Registered nurses are 10% less likely to vote than the general population.

What does it mean for our healthcare system when health professionals--the people on the floors of our hospitals 🏥 and clinics who see the real impact of policy on our patients and our institutions--don’t vote?

Low voter turnout is a critical issue that affects community health. States with more voting access have better health. A more civically engaged community increases government accountability, promotes inclusive policy-making, and improves health policies that address the needs of the entire population. 

VOTE-ER works to increase nonpartisan voter registration to foster a healthier democracy, through the positive impact of voting as a social determinant of health.

Learn more and commit to nurse the vote!