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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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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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Are they safe? Which one is best? Your COVID-19 vaccine questions — answered

Experts answer common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines’ safety, efficacy rates, and how they work against the variants.

  • April 1, 2021
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COVID-19’s emotional impact: Medical students cope with isolation

First- and second-year students share how lack of personal contact with peers and professors takes a toll. Faculty and fellow classmates are helping them cope.

  • March 12, 2021
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How we’re failing children of color during COVID-19

Black and Latinx children have seen more illness and death during COVID-19 than other kids. A child psychiatrist describes how to protect their mental health.

  • February 23, 2021
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Feeding future doctors: Universities work to alleviate food insecurity among medical students

Data on food insecurity among medical students is sparse, but researchers think it’s a growing concern amid the pandemic. Schools are working to help.

  • January 14, 2021
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Why I rolled up my sleeve for the vaccine — and why you should too

The science behind the COVID-19 vaccines is sound, but institutions must address skepticism among communities scarred by histories of medical duplicity.

  • December 23, 2020
Taison Bell, MD, gets one of the first Pfizer coronavirus vaccinations at UVA Health on Dec. 15.
AAMCNews
WATCH: Medical students rally to connect with isolated seniors during the pandemic

Medical students volunteer to help ease isolation for seniors in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • December 22, 2020
Laura Pugh, a third-year medical student at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, delivers groceries to a local senior.
AAMCNews
Doctors forgo mental health care during pandemic over concerns about licensing, stigma

The pandemic is threatening the emotional well-being of thousands of providers. But many don’t get treatment for fear of the effect on their careers.

  • December 10, 2020
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Former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, reflects on the power of our shared humanity

Vivek Murthy, MD, shares his insights on how breaking down silos and embracing commonality can build stronger, healthier communities.

  • November 18, 2020
Former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, MD, recipient of the 2020 Vilcek-Gold Award for Humanism in Healthcare, speaks at Learn Serve Lead 2020.
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Ann Curry: Empathy can save lives

Veteran reporter Ann Curry urged attendees at the AAMC annual meeting to consider how deep listening and meaningful connection serve patients — and physicians.

  • November 17, 2020
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AAMC Statement on Urgent Need to Allow Biden-Harris Transition Access to Federal Efforts in Combating the COVID-19 Pandemic

AAMC statement on the urgent need to allow the Biden-Harris transition team access to federal government efforts to combat the coronavirus.

  • November 16, 2020