Topic in Focus: Health Care Equity

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AMA announces virtual health equity series

The AMA today announced the National Health Equity Grand Rounds, a virtual series on health inequities and opportunities to improve the health of our nation.

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National Health Equity Grand Rounds: History of racism in U.S. health care

The National Health Equity Grand Rounds series episode, History of Racism in U.S. Health Care: Root Causes of Today’s Hierarchy and Systems of Power, took place on Feb. 7, 2023.

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New law provides data-mapping tool to lower maternal mortality

The “Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act” will identify where help is needed so lifesaving interventions can be developed.

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To boost outcomes, first unlock the power of health literacy

One way to advance health equity is to improve health literacy, which can make patients more confident and active participants in their own health.

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Tips to advance health equity concepts in residency training

Advancing health equity is a driving ideal behind health systems science, which is reshaping medical education across the continuum. Learn more.

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CME helps narrow gaps in dermatology training on skin of color

Comprehensive CME walks dermatologists through the ways different conditions present in skin of color. Learn more with the AMA.

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Replacing the faulty formula that led to inequity in kidney care

Many labs moved away from race-adjusted kidney function, and most plan to do so. For one AMA member, the racist measure left an indelible personal mark.

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AMA announces success with helping patients control high blood pressure

AMA MAP BP™ program helps major health system achieve significant improvement in blood pressure control among patients during COVID-19 pandemic.

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How segregation’s legacy continues to shape U.S. health care

Legally sanctioned racial segregation in hospitals ended with implementation of the Civil Rights Act, but it remains embedded in health care.

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