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Multiples in medical school

Six sets of twins graduating in 2026 share their experiences going through medical school together.

  • May 20, 2026
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‘The health challenge of our time’: What academic experts want you to know about ultra-processed foods

Ultra-processed foods have been in the headlines lately. But what is it about them that’s so harmful? Academic researchers explain.

  • May 13, 2026
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Skin cancer is on the rise. Could climate change be to blame?

Dermatologists weigh in on the importance of proper sunscreen use and skin cancer prevention.

  • May 7, 2026
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A Lady Alone: The story of Elizabeth Blackwell, MD, the first female physician in the United States

Admitted to medical school on a whim, Blackwell became a dominant force in the fight for women’s health care and for the education of women physicians.

  • May 5, 2026

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Announcing the 2018 AAMC Awards winners

These leaders in academic medicine were honored at Learn Serve Lead 2018 for their outstanding contributions to medical education and the biomedical sciences.

  • Oct. 2, 2018
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Students learn to treat pain, with and without opioids

Medical students are learning different ways to manage patients’ pain. The result? A better understanding of the nature of pain and substance use disorder.

  • Oct. 2, 2018
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AAMC Statement on House Passage of FY19 Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Package

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, issued a statement regarding House passage of the conference agreement on the fiscal year 2019 appropriations.

  • Sept. 26, 2018
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Anita Hill speaks out

Sexual harassment affects us all, says Anita Hill, the acclaimed advocate for women’s rights and racial justice. She talked to AAMCNews.

  • Sept. 25, 2018
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Running on empty: Hospitals face prolonged drug shortages

As the United States struggles with continuing shortfalls of vital medications and supplies, teaching hospitals find innovative ways to care for their patients.

  • Sept. 25, 2018
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AAMC Statement on Proposed Changes to Public Charge Rule

The AAMC and its members are opposed to any policy that discourages people from pursuing medical care to which they are legally entitled.

  • Sept. 24, 2018
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Teaching Hospitals Reaffirm Commitment to Good Stewardship of 340B Program

As part of its ongoing commitment to the 340B Drug Pricing Program, the AAMC (Association of American Medical Colleges) has endorsed new guidelines

  • Sept. 18, 2018
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Kindness in the curriculum

Medical schools across the country have started to offer courses on compassion and caring. Some even use virtual reality to put students in their patients’ shoe

  • Sept. 18, 2018
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AAMC Statement on Labor-HHS-Education Appropriations Package

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, issued a statement regarding Senate passage of the conference agreement on the fiscal year 2019 appropriations.

  • Sept. 18, 2018
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Braving the storm

As Hurricane Florence blasted toward the East Coast, medical schools and teaching hospitals were on the front lines of an all-out war against the elements.

  • Sept. 12, 2018