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Tenure is declining in U.S. medical schools. Could this threaten academic freedom?

As fewer medical faculty are awarded tenure, some suggest there must be new ways to protect those in academia from institutional and political retribution.

April 23, 2024

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Shootings, storms, epidemics: In an era of mass casualties, hospitals get better…

Increasing manmade and natural disasters require new thinking about the role of health care staff, effective triaging, community partnerships, and security.

April 17, 2024

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Racism in medicine and one doctor’s quest to combat it

Emergency physician and bestselling author Uché Blackstock, MD, recounts her journey from academic medicine to a career as a social justice entrepreneur.

April 11, 2024

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Do seasonal allergies seem to be getting worse? Blame climate change

How warmer temperatures and ‘botanical sexism’ are exacerbating seasonal allergies and what allergists recommend to minimize the health effects.

April 9, 2024

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Is there a doctor in the House — or Senate? Medical trainees learn to advocate

Medical trainees increasingly think policy issues are as much their domain as prescription pads and stethoscopes. Here’s how they’re learning to be advocates.

March 9, 2022

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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.

Dec. 20, 2021

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Francis Collins, MD, PhD, reflects on his tenure — and his legacy

After 12 years as director of the National Institutes of Health, Collins muses on the pandemic, this country's divisions, and the future of biomedical research.

Dec. 16, 2021

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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.

Dec. 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.

Dec. 2, 2021

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AAMC Statement on House Passage of the Build Back Better Act

On November 19, the AAMC released a statement applauding the House for advancing the Build Back Better Act.

Nov. 19, 2021

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What happens to telemedicine after COVID-19?

Authorities greatly expanded telemedicine access during COVID-19. But as many emergency rules end, patients and doctors worry about the future of remote care.