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6 reasons to join the AMA
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AMA adopts new public health policies to improve health of nation

New positions address heat exposure protections, diverse skin tones represented in dermatology and feminine hygiene products.

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How policing can benefit from medicine’s evidence-based approach

AMA delegates say there are lessons that police could draw from physicians on how to scrutinize and prevent unwanted outcomes. Learn more.

Injury & Violence
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AMA adopts policy addressing evidence-based policing reform

New policy builds on previous efforts to address the impact of police violence on health.

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AMA tackles rural health care challenges by addressing workforce gaps

AMA bolsters policy aimed at addressing the health needs of rural populations.

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Adults with autism find work helping AMA with quality assurance

People with autism can excel in meeting quality assurance needs. Learn about the work they are doing with the AMA.

Population Health
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AMA adopts new policies during first day of voting at Special Meeting

New positions address rural health disparities, MENA demographic group, virginity testing.

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AMA sets out to strengthen U.S. public health systems

Underfunded and misunderstood, the country’s public health infrastructure needs help to better handle the next pandemic. Learn more about the AMA’s plans.

Prevention & Wellness
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Bechara Choucair, MD, discusses the nation's vaccination strategy [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the nation’s vaccination strategy.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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Bechara Choucair, MD, discusses the nation's vaccination strategy

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the nation’s vaccination strategy.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update