Investing in the Future of Medicine. Empowering a Healthier, More Equitable Tomorrow. The Atlanta Medical Association (AMA) is proud to launch the Heritage Fund Endowment and Scholarship Fund, a groundbreaking initiative committed to transforming the future of healthcare by expanding opportunities for underrepresented medical students and funding impactful community health programs. Our Mission To create […]
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ATLMed News, Health Watch, iHeard Atlanta, Uncategorized
Tick Season in Atlanta: What You Need to Know
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Jun
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Tick season runs from April to October, and while nearly 100 tick species exist in the U.S., only a few bite humans and spread disease. We asked Atlanta residents how they’re preparing for tick season—and uncovered some surprising insights. Most Atlanta Adults Have Not Found a Tick Only 12% of Atlanta residents reported that they […]
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A moment of pride, purpose, and progress—this month, the Morehouse School of Medicine proudly celebrated the Class of 2025 as they participated in the Long White Coat Ceremony, marking a powerful milestone in their journey to becoming physicians. Trading in their short coats for the long white coats that signify clinical readiness, these future doctors […]
ATLMed News, Grants, Next Generation, Research
Federal Funding Freeze Leaves Future Scientists in Limbo
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May
May
Across the country, the next generation of researchers is hitting a roadblock just as they begin their scientific journey. First-year Ph.D. students at institutions like Harvard Medical School are facing an unprecedented crisis due to a federal freeze on $2.2 billion in research grants—a decision initiated by the Trump administration in mid-April. The move has […]
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The Atlanta Medical Association is proud to introduce the Heritage Fund Endowment and Scholarship Fund, a transformative initiative designed to increase scholarship opportunities for underrepresented medical students. This endowment will also support community health initiatives and promote equity-driven research. Our Mission:To create sustainable financial support for the next generation of minority medical professionals through scholarships, […]