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4 MIN READ

What residency programs can do to boost health equity

Research shows a more diverse physician workforce can improve health outcomes. A top physician leader at ACGME advises on how to make positive changes.

Health Equity
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6 MIN READ

April 23, 2021: State Advocacy Update

Montana bill prohibiting gender transition care for minors defeated and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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COVID-19 health equity initiatives: The Public Health Alliance of Southern California

Learn about the Public Health Alliance of Southern California's Vaccine Equity Video Series on practices for equitable vaccine distribution amongst low-income Californians and Californians of color.

Health Equity
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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
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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