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Trauma season arrives in emergency departments

As warm weather brings people outdoors for sports and recreation, academic health systems see more injuries and illnesses from heat, exertion, and dehydration.

April 23, 2026

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Destigmatizing mental health care for medical students

The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated high rates of depression and anxiety in medical students. Medical schools are expanding mental health services to help.

April 22, 2026

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Can aging be slowed? Some academic scientists think so

New research from longevity clinics suggests that the human lifespan and health span could be extended through off-label prescribing of some medications.

April 15, 2026

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Student-run free clinics fill gaps for patients in need, as medical students find meaning in service

Underserved patients find hope and care at clinics staffed through medical schools. Students develop skills but deal with resource challenges.

April 9, 2026

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When home is not the best place to die

Many terminally ill patients go home in their last days. For some, home hospice care doesn’t work. How can health systems provide home-like care at life’s end?

May 2, 2023

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AAMC Statement on Senate Reintroduction of GME Expansion Bill

The AAMC supports the introduction of the Resident Physician Shortage Reduction Act, which would expand federal funding for graduate medical education.

April 27, 2023

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Medical students advocate for parental leave policies

Research suggests parents in medical school need clear parental leave policies.

April 27, 2023

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AAMC, Thalamus Announce New Collaboration to Improve Transition to Residency 

The AAMC and Thalamus announced a strategic collaboration to ease the transition to residency for medical students, medical schools, and residency programs.

April 27, 2023

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Global health threats require collaboration, innovation

New and emerging health threats, as well as the increased politicization of public health, require a coordinated response from global health leaders.

April 25, 2023

Michael Good, MD, CEO of University of Utah Health, facilitates a discussion of innovative models of academic health centers at the AAHCI Global Innovation Forum in Washington, D.C., April 12.

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To improve health, hospitals partner to provide housing

People without stable housing frequently rely on the emergency department, prompting more hospitals to invest in affordable housing.

April 20, 2023

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AAMC Statement on Biden Administration's Proposal to Expand Medicaid Coverage to DACA Program Enrollees

This AAMC statement commends President Biden for his plan to expand federal health care programs to DACA recipients, or “Dreamers.”

April 17, 2023

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The doctor — and the financial coach – will see you now

Recognizing that poverty can drive poor health and even shorten lifespans, hospitals are offering a range of financial services, from tax prep to budgeting.