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The AMA’s toolkit for community health centers and emergency departments guides you from patient intake to linkage to care.

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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.

Press Releases
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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 tackles rural health care challenges by addressing workforce gaps

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

Press Releases
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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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Over 29 million still uninsured. Here’s how to help cover them.

The American Rescue Plan Act took steps to cover more of the uninsured, but more needs to be done. New AMA policies provide a road map.

Access to Care
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AMA: More ACA improvements needed to cover remaining uninsured

New AMA policy aims to further maximize coverage rates and improve coverage affordability.

Press Releases
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Where private practices can begin on social determinants of health

Find out how to start small, ask the right questions and connect your patients with the help they need beyond the walls of your private practice.

Private Practices
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Experiences of minoritized, marginalized physicians in U.S. during COVID-19

The AMA's report on experiences of racially and ethnically minoritized and marginalized physicians in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic looks at the toll on physicians of color.

Infectious Diseases