Health care worker administering vaccine
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4 MIN READ

Communities’ concerns about COVID-19 vaccines must be put in context

Ugly history created medical mistrust, and the inequitable vaccine rollout isn’t helping. Learn more with the AMA about how to right the course.

Public Health
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2 MIN READ

AMA statement on police brutality in Chicago

Adam Toledo’s death must be a catalyst to dismantle structural racism in our city and our society.

Press Releases
Illustration of two people wearing masks, thinking about puzzle pieces, looking at a cloud of COVID-19.
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4 MIN READ

As pandemic enters year 2, mental health burden becomes clearer

One in three COVID-19 long-haulers experience anxiety, depression and more. Learn with the AMA about mental health and COVID-19.

Public Health
Pregnant woman holding hands on belly
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4 MIN READ

Our Black maternal health crisis is an American tragedy

Black women are at least three times more likely than white women to die as a result of pregnancy. We must tackle this national calamity together.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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4 MIN READ

Chicago-area non-profits to receive 180K masks for COVID-19 prevention

Donated PPE will be directed to Black, Latinx and LGBTQ communities that have been disproportionately impacted.

Press Releases
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14 MIN READ

April 9, 2021: National Advocacy Update

Connected MOM Act will help reduce maternal mortality and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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32 MIN READ

Prioritizing Equity video series: COVID-19 and employer vaccine equity

View the AMA's panel discussion on why employers must be as invested in ensuring equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines for their workforce.

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Health Equity
Prioritizing Equity Video Series
Family at a physician's office
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4 MIN READ

Should we order a CT for the kid? Why race, ethnicity play a role

Child’s race and ethnicity may be linked to the decision to perform diagnostic imaging during ED visits. Learn what’s behind the inequity.

Health Equity
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22 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about COVID vaccines

In this episode of the AMA Moving Medicine podcast, expert physicians discuss what they wish patients knew about the efficacy and safety of COVID-19 vaccines.

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Public Health
Moving Medicine Podcast