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.

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Jan. 27, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Medical organizations urge Congress to prioritize Medicare physician payment reform and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Tips to advance health equity concepts in residency training

Advancing health equity is a driving ideal behind health systems science, which is reshaping medical education across the continuum. Learn more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about healthy running

Running is a great way to get fit, but it can put a strain on your body. Two physician runners detail steps to take when running to improve health.

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Prevention & Wellness
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CME helps narrow gaps in dermatology training on skin of color

Comprehensive CME walks dermatologists through the ways different conditions present in skin of color. Learn more with the AMA.

Health Equity
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Replacing the faulty formula that led to inequity in kidney care

Many labs moved away from race-adjusted kidney function, and most plan to do so. For one AMA member, the racist measure left an indelible personal mark.

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What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 reinfection

Newer COVID-19 variants are contributing to second or even third SARS-CoV-2 infections. Learn how to avoid the worse outcomes linked to reinfection.

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Infectious Diseases
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Jan. 13, 2023: National Advocacy Update

One month until AMA National Advocacy Conference and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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What doctors wish patients knew about cervical cancer prevention

Cervical cancer kills more 4,000 Americans each year, but these deaths can be prevented. Learn how getting vaccinated and screened can be a lifesaver.

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Chronic Diseases
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Quality data is key to addressing social determinants of health

Social determinants of health (SDOH) drive 80% of patient outcomes. Learn how the AMA is working to make sure SDOH data is clinically meaningful.

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