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Could giving low-income patients cash improve their health?

Guaranteed income programs have been successful in low-income countries. Now, researchers hope to test their effectiveness in the U.S.

  • May 30, 2024
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Women are changing the face of medicine in America

Data from the past 18 years show how women have driven growth in the supply of physicians and expanded their presence in some of the largest specialties.

  • May 28, 2024
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In their own words: Medical students reflect on their journeys

Through 55-word stories, students share aspects of their medical school experiences — from meaningful patient encounters to moments of joy and heartbreak.

  • May 23, 2024
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5 ways to combat surging syphilis cases in the United States

Syphilis has reached alarming rates unseen in the U.S. since the 1950s. A CDC expert lays out steps to halt increases and prevent dramatic health problems.

  • May 21, 2024

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Combined bachelor’s and MD programs offer a direct path from high school to medical school

For high schoolers certain they want to become physicians, institutions offer a range of approaches to early medical school acceptance.

  • March 22, 2023
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AAMC Statement on President Biden’s FY 2024 Budget Proposal

The AAMC issued a statement in response to President Biden’s fiscal year 2024 budget request.

  • March 10, 2023
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Anthony Fauci, MD, on fighting misinformation, inspiring the next generation, and why we still need physician-scientists

As “America’s doctor” steps down from his public role, he reflects on the privilege of helping protect and preserve the health of the American people.

  • Dec. 22, 2022
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Press Release
Diversity Increases at Medical Schools in 2022

The AAMC released its annual applicant and enrollment data for the 2022-23 academic year.

  • Dec. 13, 2022
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The nation’s medical schools grow more diverse

More Black and Hispanic students are attending, new data show. Overall applications returned to pre-pandemic levels after setting records amid COVID-19.

  • Dec. 13, 2022
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Press Release
AAMC Statement on Anthony Fauci, MD, Stepping Down From Government Service

The AAMC issued the following statement in response to the announcement that Anthony S. Fauci, MD, will step down in December 2022.

  • Aug. 22, 2022
Press Release
AAMC Statement on President Biden’s Intention to Appoint Monica Bertagnolli, MD, as National Cancer Institute Director

The AAMCs statement on the appointment of Monica Bertagnolli, MD, as National Cancer Institute Director

  • Aug. 10, 2022
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Prenatal screenings can lead to false positives, heightened anxiety

Academic experts emphasize a need for patient counseling, as well as greater education around screening versus diagnostic testing.

  • April 14, 2022
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The new PREview® exam for medical school applicants goes beyond academics

Medicine entails resilience, teamwork, and other crucial professional skills. A new AAMC test lets aspiring doctors show they have these critical competencies.

  • April 5, 2022
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Press Release
AAMC Statement on Norman “Ned” Sharpless Stepping Down as Director of National Cancer Institute

AAMC Statement on Norman “Ned” Sharpless Stepping Down as Director of National Cancer Institute

  • April 5, 2022