COVID-19 PPE Shortage

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How health systems rise to meet challenges in pandemic’s 2nd year

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COVID-19 financial impact on physician practices

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AMA President Gerald Harmon, MD, speech at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD

Special MeetingNov 12, 2021

AMA president: Physicians are leading “an army against the virus”

Gerald Harmon, MD, said the AMA helps give doctors the tools they need to fight COVID-19 and tackle other longstanding challenges.

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COVID-19: AMA's recent and ongoing advocacy efforts

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Medical Association has been the leading physician and patient ally. Learn more about recent and ongoing efforts.

Exhausted health professional wearing PPE and sitting on steps with head down

Resident & Student HealthOct 5, 2021

At pandemic peak, 1 in 3 resident doctors in NYC experienced burnout

During COVID-19 pandemic’s intense early months, residents and fellows at a New York hospital were at higher risk of psychiatric disorders. Learn more.

Two female physicians in ill-fitting PPE gear

Public HealthSep 1, 2021

Ill-fitting PPE contributes to added stress for women physicians

Poorly fitting PPE could risk lives of female physicians and other health professionals as the country continues to battle COVID-19. Learn more with the AMA.

The Iowa City Free Medical Clinic employees holding PPE

Public HealthJul 6, 2021

Nearly 100,000 units of PPE go to community-based organizations

AMA Foundation, Project N95 partner to give masks, gowns and gloves to organizations throughout the country.

Health care professional putting on examination gloves

Public HealthJul 2, 2021

Pandemic pivots Ochsner Health to new role: PPE manufacturer

Louisiana’s Ochsner Health has long been an innovator in patient care. Now its pioneering spirit is taking it in a new direction: manufacturing.

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