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‘Not all cancer needs to be cured’: Five ways that prostate cancer treatments have improved

As prostate cancer cases rise, newer drugs, genetic testing, and clearer imaging give patients more options, reduce side effects, and save time.

June 25, 2024

In transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an external device is used to drive electromagnetic pulses through the skull to improve mood.

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The growing field of neurotherapeutics offers psychiatric patients new hope

Brain procedures help patients with treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. But providers still grapple with ethical questions and the history of lobotomies

June 20, 2024

Annie’s Place at Parkland Health in Dallas, Texas, offers no-cost childcare for parents to attend medical appointments.

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Can providing childcare at hospitals improve health?

Patients miss appointments — and health care workers miss work — because there’s no one to watch the kids. New programs test how on-site childcare might help.

June 12, 2024

Pregnant woman in bed with a fan because of the heat wave

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Climate change hurts women more

Extreme weather is linked to pregnancy complications, increased violence, and inescapable exposure to pollution and heat.

June 6, 2024

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New Schools of Thought

Learn how three institutions use their school buildings to meet the needs of today’s students and tomorrow’s patients.

March 20, 2018

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Scientists Closer Than Ever to Earlier Treatments for Autism

Researchers are making headway in diagnosing autism within the first years of life—the key to more effective treatment, better outcomes.

Jan. 22, 2018

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AAMC Statement on Continuing Resolution and Extension of CHIP

The AAMC applauds Congress for reauthorizing the CHIP program and restoring stability for the almost nine million children that program serves.

Jan. 21, 2018

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During a Time of Cutbacks, Researchers Share Resources

Collaborating is so beneficial, several scientists say it’s “a no-brainer.”

Jan. 8, 2018

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Hospital Groups to Continue to Pursue 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

Dec. 28, 2017

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AAMC Statement on Tax Legislation Reported Out of Conference Committee

AAMC President and CEO Darrell G. Kirch, MD, issued a statement regarding the version of H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, that was reported out of conference.

Dec. 15, 2017

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Addressing the Research Replication Crisis

Medical schools and teaching hospitals are helping early career researchers learn best practices and how to improve writing skills for research reproducibility.