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Meet the AAMC’s new Chief Scientific Officer

Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH, joins the AAMC from the UCSF School of Medicine. She shares her thoughts on the challenges facing scientists today.

July 16, 2024

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Women in medicine make gains, but obstacles remain

A study shows how their presence has grown as learners, teachers, and leaders, but pay disparities and gender harassment continue.

July 9, 2024

Caitlin Bernard, MD, in front of the U.S. Supreme Court during a 2017 leadership training institute hosted by Physicians for Reproductive Health.

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In 2022, Caitlin Bernard, MD, became a lightning rod in the abortion debate. Here's…

Threats to her safety. Legal risks. Working as one of two abortion providers statewide. Despite such obstacles, this Indiana OB-GYN is more committed than ever.

July 3, 2024

Microplastics research, conceptual image

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Microplastics are inside us all. What does that mean for our health?

Tiny plastic particles have been found throughout the human body, but researchers say they’re just starting to understand the impact.

June 27, 2024

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Hospital Groups Continue Fight, Refile Lawsuit to Reverse Cuts for 340B Hospitals

Joint statement by the American Hospital Association (AHA), Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), and America's Essential Hospitals

Sept. 5, 2018

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How ready are we if Ebola hits the U.S.?

In 2014, when Ebola infected several U.S. citizens, we were woefully unprepared. Here is what has happened since.

Aug. 6, 2018

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We need 340B

This effective drug-savings program is not only a lifeline for low-income patients, argues the CEO and president of Rhode Island’s largest health system.