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As learners aid in COVID-19 fight, their protection is paramount

Learners are eager and capable of assisting during the COVID-19 pandemic. The AMA recently offered insight on how they should be protected.

Med Student Advocacy
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Medical students: How to keep learning as COVID-19 volunteers

AMA webinar provides real-world examples of ways medical students can help patients while continuing to build competencies during the outbreak, sometimes for credit.

Med Student Health
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AMA issues guidance to protect med students during COVID-19

Our medical students and residents are important members of the health care workforce in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Press Releases
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Online learning during COVID-19: Tips to help med students succeed

Searching for continuity amid a pandemic, medical schools are moving from physical classrooms to virtual ones. How can med students succeed in them?

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Med Student Health
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 questions medical students are asking on the COVID-19 pandemic

Medical students at points of transition are seeing their education affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. What do they need to know?

Infectious Diseases
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Burnout prevention can begin in medical school, residency training

The learning environment presents numerous challenges to medical student and resident well-being. An AMA webinar uncovers practical organizational solutions.

Improve GME
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4 keys to maintaining personal wellness during USMLE prep

Preparing for the Step 1 exam is one of the most stressful parts of training. These tips can help you try to keep perspective during that period.

USMLE® Step 1 & 2
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Physician well-being: Developing a culture of wellness

Medical schools must provide their students with the resources and support needed to face burnout. The alternative could be tragedy.

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Moving Medicine Podcast
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At risk for depression in medical school? Know the key factors

Individual, demographic and school-related factors are linked to a higher risk of developing depression in medical school.

Med Student Health