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8 Min Read

March 22, 2024: National Advocacy Update

Bipartisan members of Congress push for proper implementation of No Surprises Act and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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7 Min Read

Time to make more noise about our biggest killer: heart disease

With the AMA’s help, physicians and health care organizations are boosting BP control for millions of patients. But there’s so much more to do.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 Min Read

Medical student diversity sees uptick—for now

New AAMC enrollment data tells the tale, but sustaining the momentum will be hard in light of the Supreme Court’s affirmative-action ruling. Learn more.

Medical School Diversity
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5 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 13, 2023

In the news: Life expectancy gap grows, semaglutide reduced CV risk for patients with obesity, unsafe eyedrops removed from Amazon and more. 

Publications & Newsletters
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4 Min Read

Firearms compound the tragedy and trauma of domestic violence

The federal law banning firearm possession by domestic abusers is a lifesaving measure that should be upheld by our nation’s highest court.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
AMA Update for Nov. 1, 2023: COVID-19 vaccine costs, Paxlovid price change, new studies on long COVID symptoms and more
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11 Min Read

COVID-19 vaccine costs, Paxlovid price change, new studies on long COVID symptoms and more

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine costs and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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11 Min Read

COVID-19 vaccine costs, Paxlovid price change, new studies on long COVID symptoms and more

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine costs and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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4 Min Read

Big cities need bold and specific plans to end health inequities

Learn with the AMA why local health departments should develop detailed plans with specific and measurable goals.

Health Equity
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4 Min Read

Alarming rise in U.S. maternal mortality signals need for change

Maternal mortality rates remain high across all racial and ethnic groups. More must be done to push positive change on the issue.

Population Health