Health care worker assist a patient at a mammogram exam
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4 MIN READ

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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Health System Spotlight
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Target: BP™ initiative helps more than 9M Americans with hypertension

American Heart Association and American Medical Association celebrate more than 1,800 physician practices and health systems committed to blood pressure control.

Press Releases
Woman speaks with physician during an appointment
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6 MIN READ

Have candid talks with patients about breast-cancer screening

Two Confluence Health physicians describe how to use shared decision-making for starting and determining frequency of mammogram screening. 

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Health System Spotlight
Man sits at kitchen counter and uses a blood pressure cuff
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Henry Ford Health project helps Black men lower blood pressure

The Detroit-based health system's 15-minute express approach to BP care helps Black men get their hypertension under control.

Hypertension
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 23, 2024

In the news: First FDA-approved at-home flu test, undiagnosed iron deficiencies, free COVID tests, Medicare pay for “age-friendly” medical care and more.

Publications & Newsletters
AMA Update for Sept. 25, 2024: Whooping cough outbreak, alcohol-related cancer study, and new at-home flu vaccine FluMist 2024
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10 MIN READ

Whooping cough outbreak, alcohol-related cancer study, and new at-home flu vaccine FluMist 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the whooping cough outbreak, flu vaccines and more.

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AMA Update
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10 MIN READ

Whooping cough outbreak, alcohol-related cancer study, and new at-home flu vaccine FluMist 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the whooping cough outbreak, flu vaccines and more.

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AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Sept. 23, 2024: Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight?
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15 MIN READ

Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight?

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prescription weight loss medication.

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AMA Update
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Understanding prescription weight loss medication: How can my doctor help me lose weight? [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about prescription weight loss medication.

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AMA Update Podcast