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What you need to know about the 2026 COVID late-summer surge

COVID-19 is spreading, but population immunity and new treatments have resulted in far fewer hospitalizations and deaths.

  • Sept. 2, 2026
David Battinelli, MD, speaks with new students at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell in 2023.
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The future of medical education: Preparing students for a new frontier of patient connectivity

New technologies are allowing patients to be more empowered partners in their own care. A dean argues that medical education must evolve to embrace that change.

  • Aug. 26, 2026
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New hope for one of the deadliest cancers

Thanks to the dogged efforts of academic scientists, pancreatic cancer may no longer be a death sentence.

  • Aug. 19, 2026
Robert Wachter, MD, at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Kalmanovitz Library.
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Artificial intelligence in medical education: What helps, what’s risky

Robert Wachter, MD, chair of the Department of Medicine at UC San Francisco and author of a new book on AI and health care, discusses AI’s transformative power.

  • Aug. 11, 2026

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What you need to know about the 2026 COVID late-summer surge

COVID-19 is spreading, but population immunity and new treatments have resulted in far fewer hospitalizations and deaths.

  • Sept. 2, 2026
Woman having symptoms of Covid-19 lies covered in blanket in isolation with handkerchief and pills next to her.
Guest Opinion
The future of medical education: Preparing students for a new frontier of patient connectivity

New technologies are allowing patients to be more empowered partners in their own care. A dean argues that medical education must evolve to embrace that change.

  • Aug. 26, 2026
David Battinelli, MD, speaks with new students at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell in 2023.
AAMCNews
New hope for one of the deadliest cancers

Thanks to the dogged efforts of academic scientists, pancreatic cancer may no longer be a death sentence.

  • Aug. 19, 2026
Male doctor explaining pancreas spleen condition using ultrasound device and 3D model to young patient in medical consultation room
AAMCNews
Artificial intelligence in medical education: What helps, what’s risky

Robert Wachter, MD, chair of the Department of Medicine at UC San Francisco and author of a new book on AI and health care, discusses AI’s transformative power.

  • Aug. 11, 2026
Robert Wachter, MD, at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), Kalmanovitz Library.
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Breastfeeding medicine has existed for decades. Now it’s a board-certified subspecialty.

Interest in breastfeeding medicine is growing as more women enter the physician workforce.

  • Aug. 5, 2026
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Could using AI erode a doctor’s ability to think?

Research suggests overusing AI can hurt critical thinking, clinical skills, and creativity. What does this mean for doctors?

  • July 28, 2026
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Press Release
AAMC Statement on Senate HELP Committee Markup of Health Care Legislation

The AAMC issued a statement on the July 2026 Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee markup.

  • July 22, 2026
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AAMCNews
10 questions to ask your doctor about peptides

Touted by athletes, celebrities, and wellness influencers, peptides have exploded in popularity. But what do we really know about their safety and efficacy?

  • July 21, 2026
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Press Release
AAMC Statement on Duration of Status Final Rule

The AAMC issued a statement on the DHS final rule replacing the current Duration of Status policy with a fixed-term period of stay for learners and researchers.

  • July 17, 2026
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AAMC Announces 2026-27 Board of Directors

The AAMC announced its 2026-27 Board of Directors, whose term begins Nov. 10, 2026.

  • July 14, 2026