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AAMC Issues Call to Action to Strengthen Nutrition Training in Medical Education

The AAMC issued a call to action for U.S. medical schools and academic health systems to strengthen nutrition education.

Nov. 6, 2025

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New AAMC Report Highlights How Robust Funding for NIH Would Save Lives

The AAMC releases new report on NIH funding and the threat to America's dominance in scientific discovery.

Sept. 18, 2025

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AAMC Memo on Effects of 2025 Federal Government Shutdown

Information and resources on anticipated effects of the shutdown on federal agencies and programs of importance to AAMC member institutions.

Oct. 1, 2025
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Trump Administration Executive Actions

A resource outlining recent Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.

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Lawmakers Send Bicameral Letter Urging Support for SAVE Enrollees

Sen. Shaheen and Rep. Boyle led an Oct. 25 bicameral letter urging the U.S. Department of Education to support SAVE enrollees in forbearance.

Nov. 1, 2024

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AAMC-Supported Legislation to Mitigate Physician Cuts Introduced in House

The AAMC-supported Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act was introduced in the House on Oct. 29.

Nov. 1, 2024

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CMS Releases Guidance on Hospital Respiratory Illness Reporting Requirements

The CMS issued Oct. 22 guidance on hospital respiratory illness requirements under the Medicare conditions of participation.

Oct. 25, 2024

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AAMC Comments on NIH Recommendations for Re-Envisioning Postdoctoral Training

The AAMC on Oct. 18 commented on NIH recommendations for re-envisioning postdoctoral research training and career progression.

Oct. 25, 2024

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AAMC Endorses Bill to Reauthorize SAMHSA Grant Program

The AAMC sent an Oct. 21 letter to lawmakers in support of the Closing Substance Use Care Gap Act, which would reauthorize SAMHSA Harm Reduction Grant Program.