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It’s tempting to say gun violence is about mental illness. The truth is much more complex.

Focusing on mental illness as the cause of mass shootings diverts attention from the larger problem of gun violence in the U.S., two experts argue.

January 26, 2023

Lori Weiss, 65, a retired teacher, is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. She is enrolled in a drug clinical trial and is hopeful about recent progress in disease research.

AAMCNews

Recent breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s research provide hope for patients

While there is no cure, researchers say a newly approved drug, advanced testing, and increasing knowledge about the disease may improve patients’ lives.

January 24, 2023

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AAMCNews

Are some people immune to COVID-19?

Some people have never contracted the disease despite heavy exposure. Scientists are studying whether genetic mutations shield them from infection or illness.

January 19, 2023

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Insights

Why eliminating race-conscious admissions will hurt medical school students

The U.S. Supreme Court could erase years of progress in improving the diversity of the medical student population.

January 17, 2023

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AAMC, AAHC Approve Merger Agreement

The voting members of the AAMC and the AAHC have approved a merger of their two organizations as of April 1, 2022. The AAHC will become part of the AAMC.

January 20, 2022

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Press Release

AAMC Statement on Supreme Court Decisions on COVID-19 Vaccine Requirements

On January 13, the AAMC released a statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decisions on federal vaccine requirements from OSHA and CMS.

January 13, 2022

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Press Release

AAMC Statement on Reinstatement of CMS Vaccine Mandate

On December 29, the AAMC released a statement applauding the CMS announcement that it is reinstating COVID-19 vaccine mandates at covered health care locations.

December 29, 2021

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Press Release

AAMC Statement on Health Care Provisions in the Build Back Better Act

On December 20, the AAMC released a statement on the crucial health care provisions included in Build Back Better and urged the Senate to act without delay.

December 20, 2021

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Press Release

AAMC Statement Urging Mandatory Vaccinations to Continue in Hospital and Patient Care Settings

On December 15, the AAMC reiterated the importance of maintaining COVID-19 vaccination mandates for health care personnel in hospital and patient care settings.

December 15, 2021

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Press Release

Medical School Enrollment More Diverse in 2021

The AAMC released its annual applicant and enrollment data for the 2021-22 academic year.

December 8, 2021

Press Release

AAMC Statement on Proposed Legislation to Address Medicare Provider Cuts

On December 7, the AAMC commended congressional leaders for drafting legislation that would address upcoming Medicare cuts to hospitals and providers.

December 7, 2021

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Press Release

AAMC Statement on Release of Continuing Resolution

On December 2, the AAMC issued a statement on the release of a continuing resolution (CR) that would fund the federal government through Feb. 18, 2022.