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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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Adoption medicine clinics give children a healthy start

Embedded in academic health systems, these clinics assess children for physical and mental health challenges and connect families with appropriate resources.

  • April 29, 2026

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Restoring Shine to the Rust Belt's Ailing Economies

Medical schools and teaching hospitals are driving innovations that boost job growth and improve quality of life in areas of economic decline.

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Beyond the White Coat Podcast

The award-winning Beyond the White Coat podcast shares unique individuals’ stories while diving into issues affecting the academic medicine community at-large.

Beyond the White Coat with David J. Skorton
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Transcript: Do No Harm: Racism in Patient Care

In this episode, we explore how academic medicine can move toward more equitable care for all.

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Transcript: 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.

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Transcript: Racism Under the Microscope

David J. Skorton, MD, looks back at some of the conversations from this past season on “Beyond the White Coat.”

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Transcript: Racism and Medical Education: Telling the Full Story

AAMC President and CEO David J. Skorton, MD, speaks with AAMC Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer David A. Acosta, MD.

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Transcript: Future MD: A Prescription for Addressing Racism in Medical Education

Medical student perspective on racism in medical education

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Transcript: Housing is Health: Connecting with Miriam’s Kitchen

Podcast: Housing is Health: Connecting with Miriam’s Kitchen

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Transcript: Persevering During a Pandemic: Connecting With So Others Might Eat

AAMC Director of Community Engagement Clarence Fluker talks with Dr. Sharma about how the pandemic has impacted access to much-needed health care.