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Extreme weather is linked to pregnancy complications, increased violence, and inescapable exposure to pollution and heat.

June 6, 2024

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Medical schools work to end student mistreatment

From public humiliation to sexist remarks, medical trainees often experience faculty mistreatment. Here’s how institutions are working to stop bad behaviors.

June 4, 2024

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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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Men and mental health: What are we missing?

Physicians need better training and empathy for the distinct symptoms and societal expectations men face to treat them effectively.

April 2, 2024

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Is it cancer? Artificial intelligence helps doctors get a clearer picture

AI tools are analyzing images and tissue samples to detect cancer sooner and more precisely. Doctors hope to improve and accelerate patient care.

March 28, 2024

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Statement on Improving Health Through DEI

The AAMC and other health care and medical associations made a statement in support of DEI policies in health care, to help improve our nation’s health.

March 26, 2024

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Why we know so little about women’s health

Before 1993, women were rarely included in clinical trials. Today, the medical field still doesn’t know how well many drugs and devices work for women.

March 26, 2024

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AAMC Statement on Health and Human Services Funding in FY 2024 Appropriations Legislation

The AAMC is pleased Congress passed its fiscal year 2024 spending package preserving funding for critical health care programs integral to academic medicine.

March 25, 2024

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AAMC Statement on Medical School Curriculum

The AAMC issued a statement on the development of medical school curriculum.

March 18, 2024

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AAMC Statement on President Biden’s FY 2025 Budget Proposal

Statement from AAMC President and CEO David J. Skorton, MD, and Chief Public Policy Officer Danielle Turnipseed, JD, MHSA, MPP, in response to the proposal.