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In crisis, health equity gets overlooked. That must change.

Learn how guidance from the AMA and over 30 other organizations will help leaders ensure that equity is embedded in crisis preparedness and response.

Health Equity
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Mpox (monkeypox) resource center

The World Health Organization has declared the global mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Stay informed with the latest updates from the AMA.

Public Health
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11 MIN READ

Are there new CDC guidelines for COVID and how did the bubonic plague start in Oregon? [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new CDC guidelines for COVID-19 and more.

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AMA Update for Feb. 21, 2024: Are there new CDC guidelines for COVID and how did the bubonic plague start in Oregon?
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11 MIN READ

Are there new CDC guidelines for COVID and how did the bubonic plague start in Oregon?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new CDC guidelines for COVID-19 and more.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 12, 2024

In the news: Flu activity on the rise after national decline, salt substitutes and BP risk, FTC and HHS investigate generic drug shortages and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Don’t miss your chance to become a health equity physician leader

The Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship empowers physicians, as exemplified by eight fellows profiled by the AMA. Learn more and apply now. 

AMA Center for Health Equity
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AMA honors CIDRAP director with Government Service Award

At NAC, the AMA presented CIDRAP Director Michael Osterholm with the AMA Award for Outstanding Government Service.

Press Releases
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AMA honors former MN health commissioner with Government Service Award

The AMA presented former Minnesota Commissioner of Health Jan Malcolm with the AMA Award for Outstanding Government Service.

Press Releases
Yvens Laborde, MD
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New physician exec role nods to health’s drivers beyond exam room

As one of the nation’s few chief community health officers, Ochsner Health’s Yvens Laborde, MD, tackles the factors driving 80% of patient outcomes.

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