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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

Federal Advocacy

Opioid and pain treatment CME

Address opioid and pain treatment with evidence-based training from Providers Clinical Support System-Medications for Opioid Use Disorders (PCSS-MOUD).

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AMA Advocacy Insights webinar series

AMA Advocacy Insights webinar series examines key advocacy issues from the federal and state levels impacting patients and physicians.

Federal Advocacy
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of March 31, 2025

In the news: Measles outbreaks in 5 states, prescription stimulant misuse, shingles vaccine and dementia prevention, avoidable deaths and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Statement on renewal of public health emergency for overdose epidemic

The AMA commends Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and HHS for renewing the public health emergency declaration to address the nation’s opioid epidemic.

Press Releases

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March 7, 2025: National Advocacy Update

Federal lawmakers introduce bipartisan, bicameral Conrad 30 reauthorization legislation and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 24, 2025

In the news: Measles outbreak spreading, cardiovascular disease remains leading cause of death in U.S., new study shows GLP-1s not linked to suicide risk and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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FDA moves to change labeling on buprenorphine dosing

Higher doses of the medication for opioid-use disorder are sometimes needed. Payers must follow the FDA’s lead to help save lives.

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Ochsner Health puts health first for 2025 Super Bowl

During Super Bowl week and on the big day, this New Orleans health system will use cutting-edge tech to help fans get the medical attention they need.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Jan. 6, 2025

In the news: Surgeon General recommendation on warning labels on alcohol, first bird flu death in U.S., high drug overdose death rate and more.

Publications & Newsletters