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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about social media’s toxic impact

From mere FOMO to anxiety and depression, social media platforms can pose harms. Two physicians advise on how to put social media in its place.

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Population Care
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

2 of Chicago’s notable LGBTQ+ execs find home—and purpose—at AMA

Major business publication recognizes work that matters by the AMA’s Elliott Crigger, PhD, and Craig Johnson. Learn more with the AMA.

Health Equity
Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH
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10 MIN READ

Q&A: How COVID-19 has expanded spotlight on mental health

Mental health in the age of COVID-19, says AMA member Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH, has created an increased focus on stigmas, health equity and youth.

Public Health
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5 MIN READ

How this Arkansas law puts government in exam room, harms patients

Doctors, patients file suit to stop a law that prevents crucial, gender-affirming medical care from taking place. Learn more with the AMA.

Population Care
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12 MIN READ

Maya Green, MD, MPH, on care for Black & LGBTQ+ patient population

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with Maya Green, MD, MPH, on care for Black and LGBTQ+ patients.

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Population Care
Moving Medicine Video Update
51 MIN READ

Black & LGBTQ+: At the intersection of race, sexual orientation & identity

On June 24, 2021, the Advisory Committee on LGBTQ Issues and Minority Affairs Section held a webinar featuring on the health and well-being of Americans who identify as Black and LGBTQ+.

Population Care
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7 MIN READ

6 things patients wish physicians knew about gender identity

Yes, pronouns matter. Learn with the AMA about some other keys to creating a welcoming environment for patients, across the gender spectrum.

Population Care
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3 MIN READ

June 2021 AMA Special Meeting: 10 issues to watch

Track the big health care policy proposals that physicians, residents and medical students will consider at their virtual meeting June 11–16.

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4 MIN READ

For transgender kids, gender-affirming names can be lifesaving

The AMA and others file court brief explaining the medical importance of using names and pronouns consistent with students’ gender identities.

Population Care