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Despite metformin’s benefits for prediabetes, Rx rates lag

Data from 50,000 patients shows that few of those at higher risk are prescribed the drug shown to help prevent progression to diabetes.

Diabetes
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 16, 2023

In the news: Improved reimbursement for PET scans, low serotonin linked to long COVID, ADHD heightens dementia risk and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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10 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about proper ear care

Taking care of your ears helps reduce ear infections and prevent hearing loss. Two otolaryngologists share what to keep in mind.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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How Henry Ford Health activates patients to spot problems earlier

Systemwide patient data-reporting system tracks cancer outcomes in real time and alerts physicians of urgent health issues.

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Public Health
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7 steps women should follow to improve blood pressure control

Learn from AMA member physicians about what women should keep in mind to lower their blood pressure and reduce their risk for heart disease.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 9, 2023

In the news: Evidence of “long cold” syndrome found, American Heart Association identifies new condition, stroke deaths projected to rise 50% and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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12 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about carpal tunnel syndrome

There’s confusion among some patients who think any hand pain is carpal tunnel syndrome. But it’s not. Two hand surgeons set the record straight.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Over 1,700 organizations recognized for BP-control work

Health care organizations serving 8.6 million patients with hypertension were honored for measuring BP accurately and achieving high blood pressure control rates.

Hypertension
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10 physician memoirs that offer inspiring accounts of life in medicine

AMA members outline some of their favorite memoirs that will give medical students and physicians a broader glimpse into life as a doctor. Learn more.

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