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AMA applauds expanding health care access for ‘Dreamers’

The Biden Administration announced today that Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals are eligible for purchase coverage under the Affordable Care Act.

Press Releases
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What doctors wish patients knew about social isolation

Social isolation is a growing epidemic that can dangerously affect mental and physical health. Four physicians share how to combat social isolation.  

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Behavioral Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Immigrant issues: Health and safety

The current undocumented immigration crisis is creating pressing medical issues at the southern border. Here’s how the AMA is advocating for the health and safety of undocumented immigrants.

Population Health
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Immigration issues: Public charge grounds and the presidential proclamation

The AMA opposes any rule, regulations or policy that would deter immigrants and/or their dependents from utilizing non-cash public benefits including but not limited to Medicaid, CHIP, WIC, and SNAP.

Population Health
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For this Tulane doctor, advancing health equity has global focus

Learn how internist-pediatrician Anjali Niyogi, MD, MPH, has used her skills to help patients in New Orleans and around the world.

Health Equity
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Advocating for the health and safety of all immigrants

The AMA believes every individual, regardless of immigration status, deserves timely, accessible, quality health care. Learn more about our efforts.

Population Health
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Advocating for the health and safety of all immigrants: AMA policies on immigration

The AMA is fighting to secure this right for immigrants in the U.S. Learn more about AMA advocacy efforts.

Population Health
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In Full Health initiative to advance equitable health innovation

The In Full Health initiative to advance equitable health innovation works to invest in and improve the health of historically marginalized communities.

AMA Center for Optimal Health Outcomes
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Dec. 3, 2021: National Advocacy Update

AMA supports strengthening DACA and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update