Grocery store
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2 Min Read

Biden stops defense of rule that put immigrants’ health at risk

AMA and others challenged 2019 “public charge” rule that penalized immigrants living legally in U.S. for getting health and nutrition benefits.

Judicial Advocacy
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3 Min Read

Why Medicaid should give moms full year of coverage post-pregnancy

60% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable. Learn how continuous access to health coverage can help combat nation’s rising maternal mortality rate.

Population Health
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Amid pandemic’s horrors, health coverage safety net holds strong

Learn why health insurance coverage hasn’t plummeted despite the millions of Americans sent to unemployment rolls by sinking economy.

Access to Care
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 15, 2021

The news: Admin. rolls back Medicaid work requirements, expands COVID testing, pledges $4B to Covax. Also, MIS-C cases in U.S., AMA removes founder name from annual awards.

Publications & Newsletters
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Patrice Harris, MD, MA, discusses the pandemic's impact on children & teens

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on the growing concerns with mental health issues in children and adolescents during the pandemic.

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Population Health
AMA Update
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3 Min Read

Universal health coverage is within our reach

Meaningful and affordable health coverage is a goal we all must support, especially during a public health crisis the magnitude of COVID-19.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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2 Min Read

Health care, employer groups announce principles for universal coverage

Affordable Coverage Coalition lays out path to expand health coverage.

Press Releases
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As pandemic rages, Americans to get health coverage lifeline

Presidential action will bolster access to coverage through HealthCare.gov, Medicaid and more. Get updated with the AMA.

Federal Advocacy
Tim Storey, Brad Barrett, MD, Laurie Lickley, and Patrick Hope
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How physicians can reach lawmakers amid COVID-19 restrictions

Rules on gatherings at state capitols vary widely across the country. State legislators explain how doctors can do effective outreach virtually.

State Advocacy