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American Medical Association Political Action Committee: How does the AMA affect health care policy?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about AMA’s bipartisan political action committee.

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AMA Update for Nov. 4, 2024: American Medical Association Political Action Committee: How does the AMA affect health care policy?

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How physicians can prep for COVID-19, flu, RSV this season

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Another form of mammography for breast-cancer detection

Contrast-enhanced mammography can help find breast cancers regular mammograms may miss. Learn how University of Iowa Health Care has put it into practice.
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Medicare’s coverage of A1c test expected to boost diabetes screening

Physician practices should adopt new protocols to make diabetes screening routine now that covered testing options have expanded. Here’s what to know.

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What doctors wish patients knew about erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction goes beyond sex, affecting overall health and well-being. Amanda Swanton, MD, from University of Iowa Health Care, shares more.

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AMA Code of Medical Ethics: Patient-Physician Relationships

Building relationships of trust with patients is fundamental to ethical practice in medicine.

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The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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