HIV, STIs, Viral Hepatitis and LTBI Routine Screening Toolkit

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

Routine Screening Toolkit
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AMA statement on Senate 'skinny' repeal vote

AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., applauds the vote but continues to urge senators to engage in bipartisan discussions about the ACA

Press Releases
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July 27, 2017: Advocacy spotlight on The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

Advocacy Update
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AMA statement on the 'skinny' bill in Senate health debate

AMA President David O. Barbe, M.D., applauds the vote but continues to urge senators to engage in bipartisan discussions about the ACA

Press Releases
The U.S. Capitol Building
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The skinny on partial repeal: It would unravel individual market

The ACA repeal debate is providing plenty of drama, but no solutions on reducing costs, stabilizing insurance markets or increasing coverage.

Access to Care
Medical technician taking patient's blood pressure.
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New data buttress SPRINT findings on 120 mm Hg BP target

Differences between clinical-trial and real-world measurements of BP should be considered when deciding how aggressive an approach to pursue.

Prevention & Wellness
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AMA statement on Senate debate on health system reform

The AMA continues to urge the Senate to engage in bipartisan discussions and achieve the goal of providing quality, affordable health care coverage to more Americans.

Press Releases
Gavel resting next to immigration law book.
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Confusion remains on travel ban’s scope, implementation

Restrictions on international physicians entering the United States are limited, but the vague language of the travel ban remains concerning.

Health Equity
Senate should reject ACA repeal
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Senate should reject ACA repeal, replace bills

Recent changes do not address core flaws that would lead to millions of Americans losing health insurance coverage.

Access to Care
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AMA urges Senate to reject efforts to repeal or replace ACA

The AMA outlined its opposition to current efforts in the U.S. Senate aimed at replacing or repealing the Affordable Care Act

Press Releases