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NAM Perspectives

The National Academy of Medicine’s digital journal provides a venue for leading health, medical, science, and policy experts to reflect on issues and opportunities important to the advancement of our mission.

Jan 26, 2026Commentary

The Real Driver of Burnout: The 1.2-FTE Problem

Education, Training, and LeadershipHealth Worker Well-Being

The Real Driver of Burnout: The 1.2-FTE Problem

Dec 22, 2025Commentary

From Frameworks to Action: Localizing Global Health for Older People Through Community Training

Aging and Healthy LongevityCommunity HealthGlobal Health

From Frameworks to Action: Localizing Global Health for Older People Through Community Training

Dec 15, 2025Commentary

When Patients Lose Coverage, Clinicians Lose Heart

Coverage and AccessHealth Worker Well-Being

When Patients Lose Coverage, Clinicians Lose Heart

Dec 8, 2025Commentary

Critical AI Health Literacy as Liberation Technology: A New Skill for Patient Empowerment

Artificial IntelligenceHealth Literacy

Critical AI Health Literacy as Liberation Technology: A New Skill for Patient Empowerment

Oct 27, 2025Commentary

Multi-Sector, Community-Driven Partnerships: An Intentional Strategy to Advance Health Equity

Community HealthTrust and Community Engagement

Multi-Sector, Community-Driven Partnerships: An Intentional Strategy to Advance Health Equity

Sep 22, 2025Discussion Paper

Eleventh Annual DC Public Health Case Challenge: A Public Health Approach to Address Substance Use and Mental Health Concerns among Emerging Adults in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia Area

Community HealthHealth Policy and RegulationMental Health and Substance Use

Eleventh Annual DC Public Health Case Challenge: A Public Health Approach to Address Substance Use and Mental Health Concerns among Emerging Adults in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia Area