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3 MIN READ

AMA seeks more help for medical students, residents with disabilities

To improve workforce diversity and patient care, medical schools and GME institutions must remove barriers and refocus on student and trainee abilities, not limitations.

Medical School Diversity
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AMA adopts new policies on final day of Special Meeting

New positions address telehealth confidentiality, medical student training and prescription drug monitoring programs.

Press Releases
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AMA adopts new public health policies to improve health of nation

New positions address heat exposure protections, diverse skin tones represented in dermatology and feminine hygiene products.

Press Releases
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How policing can benefit from medicine’s evidence-based approach

AMA delegates say there are lessons that police could draw from physicians on how to scrutinize and prevent unwanted outcomes. Learn more.

Public Health
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AMA adopts policy addressing evidence-based policing reform

New policy builds on previous efforts to address the impact of police violence on health.

Press Releases
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3 MIN READ

AMA tackles rural health care challenges by addressing workforce gaps

AMA bolsters policy aimed at addressing the health needs of rural populations.

Press Releases
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4 MIN READ

Adults with autism find work helping AMA with quality assurance

People with autism can excel in meeting quality assurance needs. Learn about the work they are doing with the AMA.

Population Care
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4 MIN READ

AMA adopts new policies during first day of voting at Special Meeting

New positions address rural health disparities, MENA demographic group, virginity testing.

Press Releases
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4 MIN READ

AMA sets out to strengthen U.S. public health systems

Underfunded and misunderstood, the country’s public health infrastructure needs help to better handle the next pandemic. Learn more about the AMA’s plans.

Public Health