AMA Journal of Ethics^®

American Academy of Arts and Sciences commission members talk about their June 2020 report recommendations aimed at restoring trust in our constitutional democracy.

American Academy of Arts and Sciences commission members talk about the link between civic and public health at a time when both are under threat.

Dr Nancy Krieger talks about the importance of good science to inform public policy that address longstanding health inequities during this COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Dr Nancy Krieger talks about the negative health impact of historical injustices and systemic racism such as Jim Crow on African American and other minoritized communities.

Dr Travis Rieder discusses his own experiences with opioids and the ethical challenges of “legacy patients,” and Dr Stephanie Zaza, president of the American College of Preventive Medicine, discusses the future of opioid research priorities.

A 3-step analgesic ladder was introduced in 1986 and needs change. Surgical interventions could reduce opioid use and motivate expansion of current pain management approaches.

Dr Rafael Campo talks about the healing value of poetry during the current COVID-19 pandemic.

Dr Vish Viswanath talks about countering COVID-19 health misinformation spread over the internet and social media.

Dr Vish Viswanath talks about the digital spread of health misinformation and falsehoods during this COVID-19 pandemic.

Prof Holly Cooper talks about the dangerous living conditions for children and adults in US immigration detention facilities.