National Medical Association

HEALTH GROUPS FILE SECOND LAWSUIT AGAINST THE US FDA

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The African American Tobacco Control Leadership Council (AATCLC), Action on Smoking and Health (ASH), and the National Medical Association (NMA), represented by Christopher Leung of Leung Law PLLC, have filed a second lawsuit against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the Northern District of California for the agency's inaction on issuing a final rule banning menthol cigarettes. This lawsuit comes more than seven months after the FDA's initial date for finalizing the new rule and follows the FDA's 15-year delay in equitable policymaking.

Key Points: 
  • The initial complaint sought to compel the FDA to act on its earlier conclusions that removing menthol cigarettes from the marketplace would benefit public health.
  • The joint lawsuit followed the 2013 Citizen Petition from the Public Health Law Center which called on the FDA to prohibit the sale of menthol cigarettes.
  • "We're extremely disappointed to be forced to file this second lawsuit against the FDA in support of protecting Americans from menthol cigarettes," said Laurent Huber, Executive Director of Action on Smoking and Health.
  • As a result of the Plaintiffs' first lawsuit, the FDA made the landmark determination to add menthol to the list of banned characterizing flavors in cigarettes.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Stephanie E. Gore as a Top Pinnacle Professional

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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BRONX, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Stephanie E. Gore is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions to the Obstetrics and Gynecology Fields.

Key Points: 
  • BRONX, N.Y., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Stephanie E. Gore is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions to the Obstetrics and Gynecology Fields.
  • Dr. Gore began her educational journey at The University of Arizona where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree.
  • She capped her scholarship by completing an internship and residency at New York Medical College.
  • Dr. Gore delivers babies and has a comprehensive gynecologic practice focusing on robotic laparoscopic surgeries and traditional surgical procedures.

Henry Schein Cares Foundation Launches ‘Prevention is Power’ Public Health Awareness Campaign

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced the launch of Prevention is Power™, a multi-year public health awareness campaign from the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc. (HSCF) to help improve health literacy and strengthen patient utilization of integrated, preventive care, with the goal of reducing incidences of chronic diseases as well as overall health care spending.

Key Points: 
  • Henry Schein, Inc. (Nasdaq: HSIC) today announced the launch of Prevention is Power™, a multi-year public health awareness campaign from the Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Inc. (HSCF) to help improve health literacy and strengthen patient utilization of integrated, preventive care, with the goal of reducing incidences of chronic diseases as well as overall health care spending.
  • Chan School of Public Health, the Commonwealth Fund, and others, despite spending more on health care than any other high-income country, overall health outcomes in the U.S. trail those in its peer countries.
  • It is well established that patient utilization of routine preventive health care leads to better population health outcomes as well as lower overall health care costs.
  • The Gold Foundation, which champions the human connection in health care, is proud to partner with the Henry Schein Cares Foundation to expand access and address health inequities.”
    Dr. Ayman El-Mohandes, Dean of CUNY SPH: “We are thrilled to partner with two impactful organizations, the Henry Schein Cares Foundation and NACHC, in this important work aimed at improving patient outcomes through education and engagement.

Corvus Pharmaceuticals Announces the Passing of Board Member Edith P. Mitchell

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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BURLINGAME, Calif., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corvus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRVS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Edith P. Mitchell, M.D., a valued member of the Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • BURLINGAME, Calif., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corvus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: CRVS), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Edith P. Mitchell, M.D., a valued member of the Board of Directors.
  • “Edith had a distinguished career in healthcare, spanning patient care, education, clinical research and improving health equity,” said Richard A. Miller, M.D., co-founder, president and chief executive officer of Corvus.
  • “She was a valued member of our Board and will be remembered for her keen insights, deep understanding of oncology and exemplary character and integrity.”
    Dr. Mitchell served on the Corvus Board of Directors since September 2020 and had a trailblazing career in cancer care, research and the delivery of healthcare.
  • Dr. Mitchell also served as President of the National Medical Association in 2015.

The International Myeloma Foundation Mourns the Passing of IMF Board Member Dr. Edith Mitchell

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Dr. Edith Mitchell has been a member of the IMF Board of Directors for over twenty years.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Edith Mitchell has been a member of the IMF Board of Directors for over twenty years.
  • In 2023, Dr. Mitchell received the Pennsylvania Medical Society’s (PAMED) Distinguished Service Award—the highest award presented by PAMED.
  • Edith Mitchell’s passing is such a profound loss for the IMF, the IMF Board of Directors, and the myeloma community at large.
  • The International Myeloma Foundation sends its deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to Dr. Mitchell’s family members, friends, colleagues, and loved ones.

THE SKIN OF COLOR SOCIETY (SOCS) REPORTS A BANNER YEAR OF PROGRESS TOWARD GREATER DIVERSITY & INCLUSION IN DERMATOLOGY AND HEALTH EQUITY FOR PATIENTS OF COLOR

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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Several signature SOCS programs and newer initiatives that took place this year made uniquely important contributions to the field, as follows.

Key Points: 
  • Several signature SOCS programs and newer initiatives that took place this year made uniquely important contributions to the field, as follows.
  • Right" and much more, this enlightening collection addresses many issues of importance to patients of color and the physicians who care for them.
  • 8 Travel Grants to the SOCS Meeting the Challenge Summit awarded to Dermatology Residents, supported by Summit sponsorships.
  • 48 SOCS Mentor-Mentee pairings in the SOCS Mentorship program were facilitated, thanks to individual donations made to the SOCS Foundation.

Prevent Blindness Joins National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January to Educate the Public and Professionals on the "Silent Thief of Sight"

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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CHICAGO, Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prevent Blindness, the nation's leading eye health and safety nonprofit organization, is once again participating in January's National Glaucoma Awareness Month to provide patients, care partners, and professionals with a variety of helpful resources to educate on glaucoma, one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. In addition to a dedicated webpage at PreventBlindness.org/glaucoma, Prevent Blindness offers a variety of downloadable fact sheets, including a listing of glaucoma financial assistance resources, shareable social media graphics in English and Spanish, and educational videos. These awareness month efforts are supported by funding from Glaukos.

Key Points: 
  • Glaucoma is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight," because symptoms can begin gradually, usually affecting peripheral vision first.
  • All Glaucoma Community content is written by professional health writers and reviewed by the Expert Advisory Council for The Glaucoma Community.
  • Program partners for The Glaucoma Community include the BrightFocus Foundation, The Glaucoma Foundation, Glaucoma Research Foundation, and the National Medical Association (NMA) Ophthalmology Section.
  • As part of National Glaucoma Awareness Month, Prevent Blindness will be debuting the new "Focus on Eye Health Patient Story: Glaucoma" video, featuring Prevent Blindness Associate Director of Eye Health Services, Tasha R. Lockridge, sharing her personal journey with glaucoma.

GRAIL To Initiate REACH Study To Evaluate Clinical Impact Of GalleriⓇ Multi-Cancer Early Detection (MCED) Test Among The Medicare Population

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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With age being the most significant risk factor for cancer, Medicare beneficiaries face the highest unmet need for early cancer detection.

Key Points: 
  • With age being the most significant risk factor for cancer, Medicare beneficiaries face the highest unmet need for early cancer detection.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231120057874/en/
    The Galleri-Medicare study is a first-of-its-kind real-world study designed to further evaluate the clinical impact of the Galleri® multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test among Medicare beneficiaries, including racial and ethnic minorities, and seniors from historically under-served communities.
  • Medicare will cover the costs of Galleri and related and routine items and services for study participants.
  • “The Galleri-Medicare study demonstrates our commitment to provide broad, equitable access to early cancer detection that is representative of the U.S. population, including groups that are often under-represented in clinical research.

Sen. Bernie Sanders Addresses Critical Shortage of Black Physicians at the NMA's Professional Development Series

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the National Medical Association's (NMA) 8th Annual Professional Development Series at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's (CBCF) 2023 Annual Legislative Conference (ALC), physicians, elected officials and health care experts addressed issues related to health care transformation, including the shortage of Black physicians. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) spoke during the series and addressed health care disparities and the shortage of Black physicians.

Key Points: 
  • Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) spoke during the series and addressed health care disparities and the shortage of Black physicians.
  • While talking about the Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act that he is co-sponsoring, Sen. Sanders shared details about the potential positive impact on the Black doctor shortage.
  • The daylong Professional Development Series event was open to NMA members and attendees of the CBCF ALC.
  • That is to amplify the voice of the Black physician, the Black patient and the Black community."

UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP CREATES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS WITH HBCU MEDICAL SCHOOLS

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, through its Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC), is working to widen the pipeline of Black medical practitioners through support to the HBCU medical schools at Howard University College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science.

Key Points: 
  • SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Music Group (UMG), the world leader in music-based entertainment, through its Task Force for Meaningful Change (TFMC), is working to widen the pipeline of Black medical practitioners through support to the HBCU medical schools at Howard University College of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine, Meharry Medical College and Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science.
  • Donations will provide over 50 students with scholarships across the four medical campuses that will be granted this year.
  • By investing in HBCU Medical Schools, TFMC helps to ensure the cultural competency and literacy needed to improve patient access, care, and outcomes.
  • The Universal Music Group Medical Scholarship will help ease the financial burden for deserving students."