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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Nov 22

Hi, we’re the National Academy of Medicine!

We work to advance science, inform policy, and drive action to improve health, equity, and well-being for everyone. Our members are world-renowned experts in research, medicine, public health, & biomedical innovation.

Visit us at nam.edu to learn more!

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Change Maker Accelerators track their organization’s advancement of #HealthWorkerWellBeing & contribute to a community of practice. Your organization can join this growing group of leaders - applications are open now through 12/12: nam.edu/AcceleratorApp

Change Maker Accelerator Applications - NAM

Change Maker Accelerator Applications: see who should apply, key dates, and how the opportunity supports real-world implementation of health worker well-being.

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 4d

What is next for AI in health care?

The NAM Annual Meeting on 10/20 will focus on critical areas like training, research, and trust in medicine that are affected by AI. Register to attend virtually or in person: nam.edu/AnnualMeeting2025 #NAMmtg

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 9d

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Pandemic Risk Assessment and its Intersection with Climate Change: Needs, Opportunities, and Design Considerations - NAM

The increasing frequency and severity of infectious disease outbreaks—driven by factors such as climate change, new methods of land use, urbanization, and

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 9d

Organized by the UN Foundation, NAM, Fiocruz, and the Global Pandemic Monitoring Board, the workshop explored how climate change, land use, urbanization, and global interconnectedness are shaping infectious disease risks and the need for stronger pandemic risk assessment frameworks.

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 9d

NAM discussion proceedings published in June 2025 summarize an international workshop held in Rio de Janeiro in October 2024.

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Health professionals can be trusted voices in shaping sustainable health care. The NAM’s Key Actions shortlist highlights practical steps for individuals to cut waste, lower emissions & improve care. Download: buff.ly/Ky0Oogj #ClimateActionforHealth

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 15d

The 2025 Global Innovator Summit will convene bold voices shaping #HealthyLongevity. Hear from Catalyst Awardees who are supporting health across the life course & addressing social isolation through innovation.

Join us virtually on September 29 & 30: nam.edu/event/2025-h...

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 15d

"If you are suffering a high fever during pregnancy, don't tough it out. That's not the right answer." We interviewed neuroscientist and NAM member Margaret McCarthy about the FDA's notice on acetaminophen use in pregnancy.

Autism and Tylenol: Exploring the Evidence on Acetaminophen in Pregnancy - NAM

Margaret McCarthy discusses the genetics of autism, how to interpret associations with Tylenol (acetaminophen) use in health studies, and why medical guidance matters.

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 17d

Chris Hanley, Director of the Grand Challenge on Climate & Health at NAM, and Tom Solomon, International VP of the UK Academy of Medical Sciences, reflect on partnership, shared leadership, and shaping a more sustainable future for health research.

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 18d

A new NAM Discussion Proceedings from the Climate and Health Research Innovation Workshop in the Caribbean examines research priorities and opportunities for collaboration on climate-related health risks.

Climate and Health Research Innovation Workshop in the Caribbean - NAM

Read the proceedings of the Climate and Health Research Innovation Workshop in the Caribbean — a regional call to strengthen the evidence base, build a climate-health workforce, and enable long-term…

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 22d

Each health decision matters. From medication choices to waste reduction, NAM’s Key Actions for Health Professionals resource shares clear, immediate ways for clinicians to consider environmental impact in care decisions: buff.ly/Ky0Oogj #ClimateActionforHealth

Key Actions for Health Professionals to Advance Sustainable Health Care - NAM

This shortlist is designed for health professionals in clinics or similar settings who are interested in practical, individual actions to advance sustainable

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 22d

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy are changing how we treat diabetes and obesity. But cost, access, and safety remain pressing questions.

Join NAM’s Health in the Headlines webinar on October 8 at 3 PM ET to hear experts explore what’s next for GLP-1 drugs.

Regulating a "Miracle Drug": GLP-1 Costs, Access, & Safety - NAM

What should patients, physicians, insurers, policy makers, and researchers know about GLP-1 cost, access, and safety? This timely conversation and expert Q&A will be valuable to anyone with a…

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 23d

The NAM is pleased to award the 2025 David and Beatrix Hamburg Award to Carl F. Nathan for his seminal discoveries that improve understanding of innate immunity:

National Academy of Medicine to Present Hamburg Award to Carl F. Nathan for Seminal Discoveries That Improve Understanding of Innate Immunity - NAM

WASHINGTON — The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today announced that Carl F. Nathan is the recipient of the 2025 David and Beatrix Hamburg Award for

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 23d

Congratulations to Alan F. Schatzberg of @stanfordmedicine.bsky.social, 2025 recipient of @theNAMedicine Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat International Prize in Mental Health!

Alan F. Schatzberg Receives National Academy of Medicine’s Sarnat Prize for His Pioneering Research on the Biology and Treatment of Mood Disorders - NAM

WASHINGTON — The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today announced that Alan F. Schatzberg is the recipient of the 2025 Rhoda and Bernard Sarnat

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 23d

The NAM is pleased to award the 2025 Gustav O. Lienhard Award for Advancement of Health Care to Sanjeev Arora for the development of Project Echo, which has enabled high-quality health care delivery for millions of patients:
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Sanjeev Arora Receives Lienhard Award From National Academy of Medicine for Development of Project Echo, Which Has Enabled High-Quality Health Care Delivery for Millions of Patients - NAM

WASHINGTON — The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today announced that Sanjeev Arora is the recipient of the 2025 Gustav O. Lienhard Award for Advancement

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 23d

Health topics are in the news and in our conversations every day. From bird flu to measles, our new Health Basics series gives clear answers to common questions. nam.edu/product/heal...

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 24d

Safety is built on trust—between patients, clinicians, and the systems they rely on. On #WorldPatientSafetyDay, the NAM and @PFPS_US spotlight the need to advance patient safety, including by strengthening #HealthWorkerWellBeing. Learn more: bit.ly/3VkAJTm

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 24d

Going to #ClimateWeekNYC? Here are the health events you should know about. Download the NAM’s full calendar + explore quotes from climate & health leaders as we head into next week: buff.ly/q1TXdRl #ClimateActionforHealth

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · 26d

A new NAM Perspectives commentary discusses why it is important to broaden the lens on health disparities and how existing models and solutions can help reduce them.

A Call for Broadening the Lens on Health Disparities - NAM

Health disparities affect nearly half of Americans. This commentary urges a broader view beyond race to include rural, economic, and social factors.

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 10

Don't miss the NAM Climate and Health Learning Collaborative webinar for the Southern Great Plains US region, co-hosted by the Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education! Gain access to educational resources and connect with peers on 9/19. Register at: buff.ly/AqAThe7 #ClimateActionforHealth

Southern Great Plains Learning Collaborative - NAM

The NAM Climate Collaborative and Global Consortium on Climate and Health Education are co-hosting a series of virtual, public sessions that showcase

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 9

Registration is now open for the 2025 NAM Annual Meeting! This year’s topic: Frontiers of AI and Health: Care, Discovery, and Education. Register to attend in person or online on 10/20: nam.edu/AnnualMeeting2025 #NAMmtg

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National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 8

How can research & innovation shape a healthier, more resilient future? Join the NAM & @aboutKP for a #ClimateWeekNYC discussion on aligning climate, health & AI for lasting impact. September 24 at the New York Academy of Medicine: bit.ly/4maFIld #ClimateActionforHealth

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 5

One week left to register! Aligning sustainability with cost savings & patient safety creates a path forward for climate action in a changing world—to protect health. Join the NAM webinar on 9/12 for strategies to embed resilience in operations, culture & care: bit.ly/45Ar8Oa #ClimateActionforHealth

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 4

The fifth annual virtual Global Innovator Summit is happening on September 29 & 30! Hear from recent #healthylongevity Catalyst Award winners and collaborators across the globe as they share their journeys and successes. Learn more & register now: nam.edu/event/2025-h...

National Academy of Medicine @nam.edu · Sep 3

Masterclass in Medicine collects essays from clinicians— including NAM members Katrina Armstrong, MD, and Michele Barry, MD—on the skills that shape patient care but often go untaught: earning trust, navigating uncertainty, and advocating for patients.

Getting to the Heart of Medicine: Uncovering the Intangible Skills Clinicians Say Matter Most - NAM

By Jamie Durana

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