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3 MIN READ

What’s at stake in this week’s CVS-Aetna merger hearing 

Unprecedented federal court hearing on $70 billion deal demonstrates AMA’s effectiveness in challenging the anticompetitive consolidation of certain health care markets.  

Access to Care
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2 MIN READ

May 31, 2019: Judicial Advocacy Update

Learn more about the AMA urging strict enforcement of laws and regulations prohibiting the sale of tobacco products to minors.

Advocacy Update
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4 MIN READ

No double-dipping on medical injury compensation: High court

The ruling is a good one for physicians and hospitals because it prevents them from being sued once a patient has already received money for an injury.

Sustainability
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Transgender prisoners have fundamental right to appropriate care

In legal battle over transgender health, physicians say that when clinical intervention is required, it should be available in all settings.

Population Care
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5 MIN READ

AMA to court: Illegal firearm sales are public health emergency

The AMA and Wisconsin Medical Society stake physicians’ role in the debate over how to address gun violence.

Public Health
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May 3, 2019: Judicial Advocacy Update

Learn more about the AMA's role in rulings for the Title X gag rule and North Dakota's cap on noneconomic damages.

Advocacy Update
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AMA helped sway Supreme Court to protect pregnant patients’ privacy

An AMA Litigation Center brief helped establish expectant mothers’ rights and set precedent that continues to protect today.

Population Care
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4 MIN READ

Why the AMA is committed to a diverse physician workforce

Texas Tech’s decision to no longer consider race in medical school admissions decisions is a setback to the profession’s efforts on diversity and health equity.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Court rejects Trump administration rule as “end-run around” ACA

The decision halts effort to expand association health plans, protecting patients from skimpy coverage and discrimination on the basis of pre-existing conditions.

Access to Care