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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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How worried should we be about avian flu? Academic experts weigh in

Avian flu has spread to cows and one person in the United States. Scientists discuss the potential for a human epidemic and how to avoid it.

May 15, 2024

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9 great summer reads for doctors — or anyone interested in medicine

From a Black doctor’s reckoning with medical racism to a history of the human heart, these books offer rich glimpses into the fascinating world of medicine.

May 9, 2024

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Thousands of medical residents are unionizing. Here’s what that means for doctors, hospitals, and the patients they serve

Medical residents often bemoan long hours and relatively low wages. Now, a growing number are unionizing, which observers say brings benefits — and drawbacks.

June 7, 2022

The Resident and Fellow Physician Union-Northwest stages a 15-minute walkout at Seattle’s Harborview Medical Center in February during contract negotiations.

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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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‘There is no courage without vulnerability’

Bestselling author and podcast host Brené Brown, PhD, spoke at Learn Serve Lead 2021: The Virtual Experience about the importance of vulnerability.

Nov. 9, 2021

Brené Brown, PhD, bestselling author and University of Houston professor, spoke at Learn Serve Lead 2021: The Virtual Experience on Monday, Nov. 8, 2021.

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10 great summer reads for doctors — or anyone interested in medicine

From the immune system’s intricacies to cadavers as crash test dummies, these books cover the humorous, strange, and meaningful aspects of medicine.

July 6, 2021

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Words of wisdom for new residents

An astronaut, a medical school president, an Emmy winner, and other successful doctors share practical tips and meaningful insights for incoming interns.

June 22, 2021

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Is it ever okay to jump to the front of the vaccine line? An ethics expert weighs in

Renowned bioethicist Arthur Caplan, PhD, offers advice on how to make the COVID-19 vaccine rollout more equitable, ethical, and trustworthy.

March 23, 2021

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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.