Maternal health Safer meds for moms and babies: Bill aims to include pregnant and lactating people in more clinical trials The pregnant or lactating person is responsible for making decisions for both themselves and the developing fetus or young child—they should have the option to obtain informed consent to proceed in a clinical trial if they desire. Aug. 1, 2023TuesdayAugust 2023 issue Advocacy Alexis Cates, DO Alexis Cates, DO, is an emergency medicine physician. Contact Dr. Cates
Shots heard across the nation: Taking steps to avert mass shootings in our schools Associate Professor Miko Rose, DO, recounts being in East Lansing during and after the Michigan State University mass shooting. She also discusses steps we can all take to prevent future violence.
Maui wildfire devastation: How to help The AOA and the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF) have connected with officials in Hawaii, who shared details about current recovery efforts and needs. While the recovery from this disaster will be a marathon, the sprint to help can start now.