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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 30, 2024

In the news: CDC reports surge in gastrointestinal illnesses, respiratory virus season ramps up, experts probe link between dietary habits and childhood kidney stones and more.

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AMA offers 10 health recommendations for new year

With the new year approaching, the AMA is offering 10 recommendations to help make the most impactful, long-lasting improvements to health in 2025 and beyond.

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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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How addictive is cannabis?

In this episode of the Moving Medicine podcast, learn about the potential for cannabis addiction, withdrawal symptoms and overdose.

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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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What doctors wish patients knew about managing eczema

This skin condition can be uncomfortable. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health dermatologist Edward Esparza, MD, PhD, shares how to manage eczema.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 14, 2024

In the news: FDA reconsiders tirzepatide decision, House majority urges Medicare physician pay reform, Novavax COVID-19/influenza trial paused and more.

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Menthol cigarette smokers join lawsuit asking for ban to finally begin

The AMA and other organizations amended complaint to include people directly affected by menthol flavoring. Learn who joined the lawsuit and why.

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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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Keep flavored e-cigarettes off shelves to protect kids’ health

The AMA and other health care organizations urge the Supreme Court to reverse lower-court ruling curbing FDA authority over flavored e-cig marketing.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 2, 2024

In the news: Depression could warn of Alzheimer’s, UnitedHealthcare launches new prior authorization program, more bad news on maternal health and more.

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