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New tips to help physicians reduce suicide risk among patients

Suicide is the top cause of U.S. firearm-related deaths. Learn from an emergency physician expert about how doctors can help prevent these deaths.

Public Health
Mar 16, 2023 ·
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Re-emerging Pathogens: An Infection Control Town Hall

Join the AMA and CDC for a discussion on the latest re-emerging pathogens and infection control strategies.

Events
Chief wellness officer roadmap
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Follow these 9 steps to lead change as a chief wellness officer

From defining your scope to avoiding common pitfalls, learn with the AMA how to implement a leadership strategy for professional well-being.

Physician Health
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8 reasons patients don't take their medications

Patients don’t take medications as prescribed about half the time. A key to improving medication adherence is to understand why. Learn more.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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Child gun injuries up 52% since 2020: What pediatricians must know

Research shows a dramatic rise in firearm injuries and deaths among children since 2020. Learn how pediatricians can talk with parents about prevention.

Population Care
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How to avoid bias in responding to suspected child abuse

Learn why evidence-based approaches offer solid ground, and find out more about the ethical complexities doctors face when dealing with child abuse.

Population Care
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AMA task force to confront “health care crisis” of gun violence

Firearms violence is “pervasive, it’s systemic” and requires a public health response, says AMA Immediate Past President Gerald E. Harmon, MD.

Public Health
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AMA announces virtual health equity series

The AMA today announced the National Health Equity Grand Rounds, a virtual series on health inequities and opportunities to improve the health of our nation.

Press Releases
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New CME modules help improve infection control in dialysis

The AMA, in collaboration with ASN and the CDC, announced the availability of new CME modules for improving infection control in outpatient dialysis settings.

Press Releases