Topic in Focus: Nutrition & Diet

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What doctors wish patients knew about pink eye

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4 ways to help patients with chronic disease make dietary changes

Many of the comorbid conditions associated with COVID-19 and its complications are diet related. This is how physicians can help.

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Doctor’s mnemonic boosts holistic management of type 2 diabetes

When it comes to caring for his patients with type 2 diabetes, Tony Hampton, MD, takes a different route: focusing on the root cause of the disease. Learn more.

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Try these ideas to help patients drop those quarantine pounds

COVID-19 stay-at-home orders should not cause patients’ devotion to nutrition and fitness to fall by the wayside. Learn how physicians can help their patients eat healthy and remain active.

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Why smarter self-care is a win-win for doctors—and their patients

While system-level solutions to prevent physician burnout are most effective, self-care such as healthy eating can also play a role. Find out more from the AMA.

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HEROES Act: What physicians and medical students need to know

The AMA offers highlights on the latest bill in response to COVID-19: "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act” (HEROES Act).

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Shawn C. Jones Jr.: Medicine runs in the family

AMA member Shawn C. Jones Jr. created an inaugural nutrition and cooking class to bring together students, physicians and chefs to better understand disease processes.

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6 heart-health points to drive home with patients

With nearly half of American adults living with high blood pressure, the AMA is offering advice to help physicians improve their patients’ heart health and cut the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Hypertension
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10 terms every doctor should know about BP

Learn about the alerting response, stage 2 hypertension under the 2017 ACC/AHA High BP guideline, and other key terms all physicians should know about BP.

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Terms Every Doctor Should Know
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How patients can start—and stick with—key lifestyle changes

Getting healthier is a common New Year’s resolution, and a great way to start is with a productive conversation in the physician’s office. Here’s how.

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