Louito Edje, MD
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7 MIN READ

Q&A: Why this Black doctor volunteered for coronavirus vaccine trial

When it comes to urging her Black patients to volunteer for SARS-CoV-2 vaccine trials, AMA member Louito Edje, MD, is putting her money where her mouth is.

Public Health
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3 MIN READ

Chicago connects with community leaders to fight health inequities

The Windy City’s public health officials have partnered with community leaders to target long-lasting outcome gaps that the pandemic has exacerbated.

Health Equity
Blood pressure device
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4 MIN READ

Surgeon general: Hypertension control must be a national priority

Tailored strategies needed to improve reach, equity of BP-control efforts across health care and other sectors of society. Learn more with the AMA.

Hypertension
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6 MIN READ

Impact of COVID-19 on minoritized and marginalized communities

Locate resources on how long-standing disparities in marginalized and minoritized communities have exacerbated the impact of COVID-19.

Health Equity
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12 MIN READ

Howard Bauchner, MD, JAMA editor, discusses three critical COVID-19 trends

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing COVID-19 research, the infodemic and vaccine distribution with JAMA editor-in-chief Howard Bauchner, MD.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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4 MIN READ

AMA, CDC, Ad Council urge flu vaccination amid COVID-19 pandemic

Many Americans undecided about flu vaccine, experts warn a severe flu season during COVID-19 could be devastating.

Press Releases
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14 MIN READ

Health experts discuss importance of maintaining heart health during the pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the importance of maintaining cardiovascular health during the pandemic.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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28 MIN READ

Prioritizing Equity video series: Chicago’s Response to COVID-19

In the Oct. 1, 2021 Prioritizing Equity webinar, Chicago public health leaders discuss challenges and lessons learned during COIVD-19.

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Health Equity
Prioritizing Equity Video Series
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4 MIN READ

Marking the tragic milestone of 200,000 COVID-19 deaths

Each death is an irreplaceable loss, and we can’t grow numb to the suffering. We must renew our efforts to prevent further infections and deaths.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints