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Aug. 21, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Five things to know about the temporary Stark Law waiver and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Proposal on asylum seekers would legitimize discrimination

The AMA strongly urges the Trump administration to withdraw a proposed immigration rule that undermines public health principles.

Population Care
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COVID-19 FAQs: Health equity in a pandemic

AMA looks at some of the reasons why marginalized and minoritized patients have and will suffer disproportionally during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the frequently asked questions on health equity in a pandemic.

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AMA COVID-19 Guides
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4 reasons to withdraw proposed barriers for asylum seekers

The AMA strongly urges Trump administration to withdraw a proposal that would put the health and safety of refugees seeking to enter the U.S. at risk.

Population Care
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5 MIN READ

Targeting COVID-19 inequities requires a data-driven approach

Find out how a health system in Cambridge, Massachusetts, scrutinizes trends and works with the community to reach underserved populations.

Health Equity
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Physicians detail COVID-19’s impact in Latinx communities

Nearly 30% of COVID-19 cases are among Latinx patients. Learn with the AMA about what’s driving this disturbing trend.

Population Care
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5 MIN READ

HEROES Act: What physicians and medical students need to know

The AMA offers highlights on the latest bill in response to COVID-19: "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act” (HEROES Act).

Public Health
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Prioritizing Equity video series: COVID-19 & Latinx Voices in the Field

Aletha Maybank, MD, MPH, and guests discuss the impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Latinx physicians and the Latinx community,

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Prioritizing Equity Video Series
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May 8, 2020: National Advocacy Update

FDA issues new policy on COVID-19 antibody testing and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update