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4 MIN READ

On infection prevention, it’s time to probe inequity’s role

Microbes don’t care about human hierarchies, but health inequities can impede professional efforts to stop the spread of infections. Learn how.

Health Equity
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4 MIN READ

3 keys to a successful peer-support program for physicians

An effective peer-support program can ease distress and burnout related to adverse events by helping doctors feel cared for while learning coping skills.

Physician Health
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4 MIN READ

How to streamline workflow for a Medicare annual wellness visit

Learn how one physician practice provides thorough and efficient annual wellness exams without putting the bulk of the burden on doctors.

Sustainability
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4 MIN READ

The big ethical issues clinical genomics needs to solve

Clinical genomics is revolutionizing medicine. But the ethics around it aren’t yet settled. Learn more with the AMA.

Precision Medicine
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3 MIN READ

Five steps to advance racial and health equity in health systems

New AMA toolkit offers guidance on goals and actions.

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Police
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3 MIN READ

Ethical questions arise when doctors support cops in the field

Learn how tactical health expertise can save lives and reduce trauma, as well as foster justice and peace.

Ethics
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6 MIN READ

Help patients understand Nutrition Facts labels to eat smarter

The pandemic has expanded waistlines. Making wiser choices requires navigating food labels. Education from the AMA, FDA can help you guide patients.

Public Health
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5 MIN READ

Are verbal orders prohibited?

Do the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and The Joint Commission (TJC) prohibit verbal orders? Download the myth and find out the answer.

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Sustainability
Debunking Regulatory Myths
Open door
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4 MIN READ

Medicine’s great resignation? 1 in 5 doctors plan exit in 2 years

Survey of 20,000-plus doctors, other health professionals finds many plan to leave current practice or cut back hours within two years. Learn more.

Physician Health