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Unified opposition voiced on restricting reproductive care access

The AMA joins more than 75 other medical professional organizations in denouncing legislative interference in the patient-physician relationship.

Population Health
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AMA applauds reproductive health care services executive order

AMA applauds Biden Administration executive order that explores pathways to protect access to reproductive health care services and give guidance to physicians.

Press Releases
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5 Min Read

Access to abortion and women’s health: What the research shows

With half the states set to heavily restrict or ban abortion, a 10-year study shows the impact on women denied access to abortion care. Learn more.

Population Health
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 27, 2022

In the news: Omicron-targeting boosters roll out this fall, cardiovascular health assessment tool updated, monkeypox vaccination strategy launched, and more.

Publications & Newsletters
Jack Resneck Jr., MD
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Dr. Resneck will be “relentless” on behalf of doctors and patients

New AMA President Jack Resneck Jr., MD, detailed how he will push the nation to renew its commitment to the physicians who have given so much.

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Leadership
Fighting for Physicians
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Doctors back continued nationwide access to medication abortion

At physicians’ urging, the Biden administration takes steps to protect patients’ access to mifepristone, including via telehealth. Learn more.

Population Health
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Dobbs ruling is an assault on reproductive health, safe medical practice

The U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization puts lives at risk and potentially criminalizes care.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Ruling an egregious allowance of government intrusion into medicine

AMA deeply disturbed by Supreme Court’s decision to overturn nearly a half century of precedent protecting patients’ right to critical reproductive health care.

Press Releases
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June 24, 2022: Advocacy Update spotlight on the 2022 AMA Annual Meeting

Highlights from the 2022 AMA Annual Meeting and more in the latest Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update