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More needs to be done to decrease youth access to e-cigarettes

Teen e-cigarette use has fallen, yet it’s still too high given the risk of lifelong nicotine addiction. AMA calls for stronger tobacco-control efforts.

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After false start, FDA drags its feet on menthol cigarette ban

After 15 years of FDA stalling tactics, the AMA joins others in asking federal court to direct the agency to ban the products targeted at Black youth.

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Council on Science & Public Health reports

Download PDFs of CSAPH reports presented at the AMA House of Delegates Interim and Annual Meetings.

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AMA adopts new public health policies to improve health of nation

The AMA gathered physician and medical student leaders for its Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates to shape guiding policies on emerging health care topics.

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New CME course: E-cigarettes & tobacco

Stay up to date on the adverse health effects of smoking and vaping tobacco while gaining important guidance on how to counsel patients on the risks and quitting.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 3, 2024

In the news: HIPAA data breach reporting requirements, cardiovascular disease trends, new long COVID report and more.

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AMA leadership and policy development through the World Medical Association

The AMA Delegation to the World Medical Association plays a major role in drafting proposing and authoring global policy on many important issues.

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What doctors wish patients knew about osteoporosis

10 million Americans grapple with a silent threat that weakens bones: osteoporosis. A rheumatologist from Hattiesburg Clinic shares more.

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Lung disease CME

Expert-designed educational resources from the American College of Chest Physicians help you stay on the cutting-edge of chest medicine.

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Benefits of lifestyle medicine, managing chronic disease, plus physician retirement advice [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the benefits of lifestyle medicine and more

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AMA Update for April 29, 2024: Benefits of lifestyle medicine, managing chronic disease, plus physician retirement advice
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Benefits of lifestyle medicine, managing chronic disease, plus physician retirement advice

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the benefits of lifestyle medicine and more

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