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Universal Health Care refers to the idea that every American should have access to affordable, high-quality health care. On this page, you will find the information you need to understand and take action on this issue.

Thousands of Americans lose their health insurance every day.
Health care costs continue to spiral out of control.
No one is secure.

TAKE ACTION

Ways to Take Action
Project ideas/suggestions on how to get involved in the issue of Universal Health Care.

Hand-out flyers at Screenings of Michael Moore's Sicko
With the release of Michael Moore's Sicko, the press and the American Public will be examining healthcare with a new sense of urgency. This is a great opportunity for us to ride the Sicko wave and let the public know how we feel about healthcare reform and why we support a single payer system. The task is easy. Call a few friends, watch the movie in your white coats, and as soon as the movie ends, be the first people to leave the theater. Stand outside and hand the viewers this flyer as they leave. Check out the primers on this page before you go so you feel more comfortable answering questions. Feel free to call or email the National Office if you have any questions about this.

Universal Health Care T-shirt
Show your support for Universal Health Care!

EDUCATE YOURSELF

Educational Resources
AMSA has compiled a comprehensive set of reader-friendly materials about Universal Health Care.

Health Policy Made Ridiculously Simple
Understanding Universal Health Care requires a basic understanding of health policy. Check out AMSA's health policy primers.

Powerpoint Presentations
Use these presentations to educate yourself or to educate others!

NATIONAL AMSA OPPORTUNITIES

SeaCouver Study Tour
February 6-10, 2008
Every year, AMSA organizes a study tour of the U.S. and Canadian health care systems in Seattle and Vancouver. Students attend educational sessions, interact with health care professionals in both countries, and learn firsthand about the differences between the two systems!

Europe Health Care Systems Study Tour
Visit the health care systems of England, Ireland, and Germany and learn about different models of achieving Universal Health Care. Students have the opportunity to interact with health care experts, physicians, and medical students in each country.

Jack Rutledge Internship
Work at the AMSA office with the Jack Rutledge Fellow on a Universal Health Care project. Interns will have the chance to attend health care meetings and conferences with the JRF.