Scientists discussing COVID-19
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3 MIN READ

More resources needed to help millions living with “long COVID”

Funding and research needed to support and provide care to patients with post viral syndromes such as long COVID. AMA policy addresses shortcomings.

Public Health
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2 MIN READ

AMA adopts new policy to better diagnose and treat long-haul COVID-19

New policy calls for the AMA to advocate for legislation to provide funding for research, prevention, control, and treatment of post viral syndromes.

Press Releases
Vaccine vial
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3 MIN READ

AMA details way forward on COVID-19 vaccine mandates, credentials

Health equity considerations should play key part in potential moves to mandate COVID-19 vaccination or use digital vaccine credentials.

Public Health
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3 MIN READ

AMA endorses guidelines for vaccine mandates and credentials

We can reach herd immunity with a robust public campaign, respecting patients’ autonomy and minimizing disproportional burdens on marginalized communities.

Press Releases
Health care worker or nurse wearing mask, and checking medical supplies
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3 MIN READ

Make sure PPE is designed to fit everyone

Gloves, masks and more are designed to fit men of European ancestry, sometimes leaving other doctors with badly fitting PPE. AMA seeks to change that.

Public Health
People walking in line with their shadows on asphalt.
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4 MIN READ

AMA guidelines offer path to prevent discrimination in medicine

Racism, bias and microaggressions within medicine must be confronted. Learn how AMA guidelines support health care organizations do so.

Health Equity
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3 MIN READ

AMA adopts guidelines that confront systemic racism in medicine

Guidelines for health care organizations provide direction on effective anti-discrimination policies.

Press Releases
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2 MIN READ

AMA reinforces opposition to restrictions on transgender medical care

Move comes as states consider denying children recommended medical care.

Press Releases
Worried patient in blue shirt sitting down talking to a physician.
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3 MIN READ

Need to get rid of stigma on physician illness, disability

Not every physician illness leads to impairment, and doctors can often be accommodated and continue practicing safely, says newly adopted AMA policy.

Physician Health