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8 MIN READ

A look back: What we've learned with the COVID-19 update

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by taking a look back at 190 episodes to reveal lessons learned and the way forward.

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AMA Update
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5 MIN READ

Policy road map shows the way to end the overdose epidemic

It’s been clear for years that, to end the drug overdose epidemic, health insurance company and pharmacy benefit managers’ barriers to evidence-based treatment and non-opioid pain management must be eliminated.

Overdose Epidemic
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9 MIN READ

AMA in the News: December 2020

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for December 2020.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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Overdose epidemic requires state action to remove barriers to care

AMA, Mannatt report emphasizes the increasing importance of removing barriers to evidence-based care.

Press Releases
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5 MIN READ

Race-based medicine is wrong. How should physicians oppose it?

Race is a social construct, not a biological or genetic category. Learn how to help dismantle practices based on the false idea of racial essentialism.

Health Equity
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38 MIN READ

Prioritizing Equity video series: Trustworthiness & Vaccines

In the latest AMA's Prioritizing Equity series, experts discuss misinformation, trustworthiness and strategies to handle vaccine hesitancy among patients and health care professionals.

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Health Equity
Prioritizing Equity Video Series
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COVID-19 health equity initiatives: Spectrum Health Lakeland

Spectrum Health Lakeland (SHL) addresses the impact of COVID-19 on racialized disparities in mortality rates and life expectancies in Berrien County, Michigan.

Population Care
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5 MIN READ

AMA in the News: November 2020

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for November 2020.

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AMA in the News
AMA in the News
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5 MIN READ

11 vital coronavirus research findings you should know about

An “infodemic” has made it harder for patients and doctors to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. JAMA Network reports have helped set the record straight.

Public Health