Kate Simpson, PhD, RN
@katersimpson.bsky.social
Labor & Birth, Nurse Staffing, Scientist, Editor, CNS-BC, FAAN
Northern lights from my brother’s farm just west of Saint Louis.
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Northern lights from my brother’s farm just west of Saint Louis.
This is a huge issue for access to care for pts in rural areas and their babies.
Rural hospitals' labor and delivery closures increased in 2025 www.fiercehealthcare.com/providers/ru...
Rural hospitals' labor and delivery closures increased in 2025
More rural hospitals have closed or are planning to close their labor and delivery units in 2025 than in 2024, bringing the total number of closures since the end of 2020 to 116, according to the C | ...
www.fiercehealthcare.com
November 12, 2025 at 1:02 AM
This is a huge issue for access to care for pts in rural areas and their babies.
This headline is misleading.
MO governor is looking out for himself since he owns a 700 acre cattle farm.
MAGAs never expect trump will harm them, just the “others” they both hate.
MO politics is lead by people like this.
Hopefully change is coming.
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MO governor is looking out for himself since he owns a 700 acre cattle farm.
MAGAs never expect trump will harm them, just the “others” they both hate.
MO politics is lead by people like this.
Hopefully change is coming.
www.stltoday.com/news/local/g...
Kehoe has a rare split with Trump over meat imports from Argentina
Gov. Mike Kehoe has a 700-acre cattle farm in Phelps and Pulaski counties
www.stltoday.com
November 5, 2025 at 1:07 PM
This headline is misleading.
MO governor is looking out for himself since he owns a 700 acre cattle farm.
MAGAs never expect trump will harm them, just the “others” they both hate.
MO politics is lead by people like this.
Hopefully change is coming.
www.stltoday.com/news/local/g...
MO governor is looking out for himself since he owns a 700 acre cattle farm.
MAGAs never expect trump will harm them, just the “others” they both hate.
MO politics is lead by people like this.
Hopefully change is coming.
www.stltoday.com/news/local/g...
Missouri, with a Republican supermajority for 20+ years, is changing the requirements for SNAP/food stamps benefits for their 650,000 recipients making it harder to qualify. US Department of Agriculture funds the program. MO administers it so they can impose restrictions. Cruelty is their goal.
October 30, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Missouri, with a Republican supermajority for 20+ years, is changing the requirements for SNAP/food stamps benefits for their 650,000 recipients making it harder to qualify. US Department of Agriculture funds the program. MO administers it so they can impose restrictions. Cruelty is their goal.
Reposted by Kate Simpson, PhD, RN
Nearly half of those who receive SNAP benefits are employed. Most who don’t work are older adults, have disabilities, or are busy providing care for others. The impending loss of SNAP benefits is exposing what happens when employers aren’t paying workers a living wage.
October 29, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Nearly half of those who receive SNAP benefits are employed. Most who don’t work are older adults, have disabilities, or are busy providing care for others. The impending loss of SNAP benefits is exposing what happens when employers aren’t paying workers a living wage.
Embattled journal Cureus delisted from Web of Science, loses impact factor; be careful where you submit your work.
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Embattled journal Cureus delisted from Web of Science, loses impact factor
Clarivate has removed the mega-journal Cureus from its Master Journal List, according to the October update, released today. The move means Cureus will no longer be indexed in Web of Science …
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October 28, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Embattled journal Cureus delisted from Web of Science, loses impact factor; be careful where you submit your work.
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Stillbirth affects >21 000 US families each year, with rates elevated by clinical factors and social determinants, yet many cases lack identifiable risks, highlighting gaps in prevention and the need for targeted strategies.
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October 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Stillbirth affects >21 000 US families each year, with rates elevated by clinical factors and social determinants, yet many cases lack identifiable risks, highlighting gaps in prevention and the need for targeted strategies.
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Who are the private donors funding the disgusting demolition of the East Wing of the people's house for Trump's $250M gilded ballroom?
October 21, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Who are the private donors funding the disgusting demolition of the East Wing of the people's house for Trump's $250M gilded ballroom?
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I know a trump voting cattle rancher who is livid about this and was not making that much before the plan. Cutting prices will be a serious blow.
More evidence that trumpers believed he would only harm the people they hated, never themselves.
I know a trump voting cattle rancher who is livid about this and was not making that much before the plan. Cutting prices will be a serious blow.
More evidence that trumpers believed he would only harm the people they hated, never themselves.
Trump lashes out at cattle ranchers after beef policy uproar; advocates cite 'betrayal'
President Donald Trump lashed out at cattle ranchers Wednesday, while advocates said he was undercutting Midwestern beef production.
omaha.com
October 23, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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I know a trump voting cattle rancher who is livid about this and was not making that much before the plan. Cutting prices will be a serious blow.
More evidence that trumpers believed he would only harm the people they hated, never themselves.
I know a trump voting cattle rancher who is livid about this and was not making that much before the plan. Cutting prices will be a serious blow.
More evidence that trumpers believed he would only harm the people they hated, never themselves.
This information should be shared with the American people.
Who approved the demolition of the fucking White House?
Congress isn’t even in session.
Congress isn’t even in session.
October 22, 2025 at 9:44 PM
This information should be shared with the American people.
No surprise. Continuing grift and no one has the courage or will to stop him. All it would take would be a handful of Republicans to say enough of this BS. They’re all afraid of him and want to stay in power. History will judge them poorly. Meanwhile, the criminal continues his corruption and harm.
October 22, 2025 at 1:02 PM
No surprise. Continuing grift and no one has the courage or will to stop him. All it would take would be a handful of Republicans to say enough of this BS. They’re all afraid of him and want to stay in power. History will judge them poorly. Meanwhile, the criminal continues his corruption and harm.
Reposted by Kate Simpson, PhD, RN
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We respectfully urge the Administration and the National Park Service to pause demolition until plans for the proposed ballroom go through the legally required public review processes, including consultation and review by the National Capital Planning Commission…
We respectfully urge the Administration and the National Park Service to pause demolition until plans for the proposed ballroom go through the legally required public review processes, including consultation and review by the National Capital Planning Commission…
Historic preservation group asks Trump admin. to pause White House East Wing demolition where ballroom will be
The National Trust for Historic Preservation fears the ballroom annex will overwhelm White House.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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We respectfully urge the Administration and the National Park Service to pause demolition until plans for the proposed ballroom go through the legally required public review processes, including consultation and review by the National Capital Planning Commission…
We respectfully urge the Administration and the National Park Service to pause demolition until plans for the proposed ballroom go through the legally required public review processes, including consultation and review by the National Capital Planning Commission…
Reposted by Kate Simpson, PhD, RN
COVID19 mRNA vaccines may improve response to some cancer treatments.
It’s a shame that the Trump administration cut funding for mRNA vaccine research and that RFK Jr. and his minions keep lying about them.
It’s a shame that the Trump administration cut funding for mRNA vaccine research and that RFK Jr. and his minions keep lying about them.
mRNA covid vaccines spark immune response that may aid cancer survival
An analysis of patient records suggests that mRNA covid-19 vaccines boost the immune response to cancerous tumours when given soon after people start a type of immunotherapy, extending their lives
www.newscientist.com
October 19, 2025 at 7:43 PM
COVID19 mRNA vaccines may improve response to some cancer treatments.
It’s a shame that the Trump administration cut funding for mRNA vaccine research and that RFK Jr. and his minions keep lying about them.
It’s a shame that the Trump administration cut funding for mRNA vaccine research and that RFK Jr. and his minions keep lying about them.
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So many folks aren't aware their health insurance premiums are about to double if Congress doesn't act. This is what the Dems are fighting for and the Republicans are refusing to work with them, shutting down the government instead of helping people afford health insurance. Please call your reps!
October 20, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Travel ban separates Cuban families, divides community loyal to Trump.
They voted for Trump but are surprised and disappointed he’s against non-White immigrants. They still “love him” though.
They voted for Trump but are surprised and disappointed he’s against non-White immigrants. They still “love him” though.
October 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Travel ban separates Cuban families, divides community loyal to Trump.
They voted for Trump but are surprised and disappointed he’s against non-White immigrants. They still “love him” though.
They voted for Trump but are surprised and disappointed he’s against non-White immigrants. They still “love him” though.
Is there a more beautiful city park than Forest Park in StL?
Despite the loss of a thousand plus trees due to the recent tornado, it’s still such an amazing place.
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Despite the loss of a thousand plus trees due to the recent tornado, it’s still such an amazing place.
@forestparkforever.bsky.social
October 14, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Is there a more beautiful city park than Forest Park in StL?
Despite the loss of a thousand plus trees due to the recent tornado, it’s still such an amazing place.
@forestparkforever.bsky.social
Despite the loss of a thousand plus trees due to the recent tornado, it’s still such an amazing place.
@forestparkforever.bsky.social
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Finally, the Joint Commission is acknowledging that nurse staffing is key to pt safety! I’ve been writing about this for years. How can a hospital get an accreditation assessment without finding out if there are enough nurses based on census and acuity?
Finally, the Joint Commission is acknowledging that nurse staffing is key to pt safety! I’ve been writing about this for years. How can a hospital get an accreditation assessment without finding out if there are enough nurses based on census and acuity?
‘Defining moment’ for nursing: Joint Commission…
Starting in 2026, The Joint Commission will formally recognize nurse staffing as a national performance goal, meaning hospitals seeking accreditation must…
www.beckershospitalreview.com
October 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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Finally, the Joint Commission is acknowledging that nurse staffing is key to pt safety! I’ve been writing about this for years. How can a hospital get an accreditation assessment without finding out if there are enough nurses based on census and acuity?
Finally, the Joint Commission is acknowledging that nurse staffing is key to pt safety! I’ve been writing about this for years. How can a hospital get an accreditation assessment without finding out if there are enough nurses based on census and acuity?
It’s critical to pass laws to make sure none of this abuse and corruption can happen again.
Things to do in the future:
1. Putting them all on trial for crimes against humanity at the Hague
2. Totally reforming entire government to root out corruption and abuse of power so this bullshit never happens again
3. At some point you’d imagine, brunch
1. Putting them all on trial for crimes against humanity at the Hague
2. Totally reforming entire government to root out corruption and abuse of power so this bullshit never happens again
3. At some point you’d imagine, brunch
October 14, 2025 at 2:13 AM
It’s critical to pass laws to make sure none of this abuse and corruption can happen again.
Reposted by Kate Simpson, PhD, RN
October 12, 2025 at 1:23 PM
CDC used to be one of the most trusted agencies in the US and world. I’ve been there a couple of times as part of a task force to promote maternal health. Very dedicated professionals. Trump did his best to try ruin the CDC during his first term and seems to achieving that goal this time with RFKJr.
October 12, 2025 at 7:16 PM
CDC used to be one of the most trusted agencies in the US and world. I’ve been there a couple of times as part of a task force to promote maternal health. Very dedicated professionals. Trump did his best to try ruin the CDC during his first term and seems to achieving that goal this time with RFKJr.
All it would take for this mess to get resolved is a handful of Republican congressmen to say no more BS and stop voting with them. They would then be the most powerful people in DC and could stop trump and his fools like Johnson and Miller. He only appears powerful bc congress supports him.
October 11, 2025 at 9:09 PM
All it would take for this mess to get resolved is a handful of Republican congressmen to say no more BS and stop voting with them. They would then be the most powerful people in DC and could stop trump and his fools like Johnson and Miller. He only appears powerful bc congress supports him.
This will cause major disruption and long-term damage to our nation’s public health. RFK Jr is an idiot.
The Trump admin is in the midst of laying off 1,100-1,200 HHS staff. The CDC's outbreak responders, gone. The office producing CDC's weekly journal MMWR is gone. CDC staff securing sensitive data, gone. Worker safety, gone. Immunization group, gone.
Instead, Congress watches RFK "make the proof"
Instead, Congress watches RFK "make the proof"
RFK Jr on Tylenol and autism: "It is not proof. We're doing the studies to make the proof."
October 11, 2025 at 3:51 PM
This will cause major disruption and long-term damage to our nation’s public health. RFK Jr is an idiot.
Glad he is speaking the truth. These one issue politicians and voters claiming to be pro life at the expense of all other lives are partly to blame for this mess. They supported trump despite his hatred of all people not white or male.
Doesn’t care about the fetus, just used it to get their votes.
Doesn’t care about the fetus, just used it to get their votes.
Pope Leo XIV weighed in on U.S. politics, saying that Catholic politicians must be judged on the full range of their policy positions and suggesting that the country's immigration policy is "inhuman."
Pope Leo XIV says 'inhuman treatment of immigrants' in the U.S. isn't 'pro-life'
Pope Leo XIV weighed in on U.S. politics, saying that Catholic politicians must be judged on the full range of their policy positions and suggesting that the country's immigration policy is "inhuman."
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October 11, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Glad he is speaking the truth. These one issue politicians and voters claiming to be pro life at the expense of all other lives are partly to blame for this mess. They supported trump despite his hatred of all people not white or male.
Doesn’t care about the fetus, just used it to get their votes.
Doesn’t care about the fetus, just used it to get their votes.
Warning about what’s happening at the CDC and implications for all of us. From an expert!
Don’t be surprised when the effects are felt….we are one health crisis away from disaster.
Don’t be surprised when the effects are felt….we are one health crisis away from disaster.
I don’t know who needs to hear this but the CDC is being eviscerated right now. America is not going to have any kind of outbreak response capacity after tonight. Americans’ health data is no longer secure. Say goodbye to federal public health in any capacity. It’s a disaster. We won’t recover.
October 11, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Warning about what’s happening at the CDC and implications for all of us. From an expert!
Don’t be surprised when the effects are felt….we are one health crisis away from disaster.
Don’t be surprised when the effects are felt….we are one health crisis away from disaster.
RFK Jr is on a mission to destroy US public health piece by piece. By causing confusion and concern about vaccines, immunization rates are decreasing, while preventable diseases once thought to be eliminated, are back. Circumcision and Tylenol do not cause autism. RFK Jr is a dangerous idiot.
Studies suggesting circumcision rates are linked with autism are “riddled with flaws”
RFK, Jr., Cites ‘Truly Appalling’ Studies to Tie Autism to Circumcision and Tylenol
Studies suggesting circumcision rates are linked with autism are “riddled with flaws”
www.scientificamerican.com
October 11, 2025 at 1:52 PM
RFK Jr is on a mission to destroy US public health piece by piece. By causing confusion and concern about vaccines, immunization rates are decreasing, while preventable diseases once thought to be eliminated, are back. Circumcision and Tylenol do not cause autism. RFK Jr is a dangerous idiot.