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AAMC Issues Call to Action to Strengthen Nutrition Training in Medical Education

The AAMC issued a call to action for U.S. medical schools and academic health systems to strengthen nutrition education.

Nov. 6, 2025

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New AAMC Report Highlights How Robust Funding for NIH Would Save Lives

The AAMC releases new report on NIH funding and the threat to America's dominance in scientific discovery.

Sept. 18, 2025

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AAMC Memo on Effects of 2025 Federal Government Shutdown

Information and resources on anticipated effects of the shutdown on federal agencies and programs of importance to AAMC member institutions.

Oct. 1, 2025
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Trump Administration Executive Actions

A resource outlining recent Trump administration executive actions most likely to impact academic medicine.

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AAMC and Thalamus Expand Strategic Collaboration to offer Technology-Assisted Holistic Application Review Platform

The AAMC and Thalamus announced that Cortex will be provided to all ERAS® medical residency and fellowships programs for the 2026 ERAS season.

Nov. 7, 2024

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AAMC Statement on the U.S. Presidential Election

The AAMC issues a press statement on the U.S. presidential election.

Nov. 6, 2024

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Washington Highlights

CMS Releases Final CY25 Physician Fee Schedule, Quality Payment Program Rule

The CMS on Nov. 1 finalized provisions for the CY 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program rule.

Nov. 5, 2024

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MACPAC Discusses Directed Payments, Continuous Eligibility, MOUD

MACPAC met on Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 to discuss several topics including directed payments, MOUD, and continuous eligibility for children.

Nov. 1, 2024

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Departments Issue Proposed Rule on Coverage of Preventive Services

The HHS and other departments issued a proposed rule that would expand insurance coverage of preventive services, including over-the-counter contraceptives.