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5 reasons to read the surgeon general’s opioid epidemic report

The AMA calls on the nation’s physicians to read this timely new report from the U.S. surgeon general. Find out what you will learn from America’s top doctor.

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Sept. 20, 2018: State Advocacy Update

California governor urged to sign bill to increase access to MAT in the latest state advocacy efforts.

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How Medicaid programs can help end the opioid epidemic

Medication-assisted treatment and inpatient care are among approaches that work, but many states still only offer minimal care for a massive problem.

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4 factors that add to stigma surrounding opioid-use disorder

The stigma surrounding opioid-use disorder stands in the way of ending the opioid epidemic. Find out how to overcome stigma and effectively treat opioid-use disorder.

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An open safe
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5 tips for safely storing opioids at home

When it comes to safe medication storage, patients should secure prescription drugs as they would jewelry or cash.

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Sept. 6, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Illinois enacts parity protections, Utah physicians oppose CVS-Aetna merger and more in AMA's latest state advocacy news.

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Naloxone: 5 tips on talking with patients, families

Be ready to answer your patients’ questions about naloxone, respond to resistance and reduce lingering stigma. Here’s how to talk with patients about this difficult topic.

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Aug. 23, 2018: State Advocacy Update

Opioid overdose prevention toolkit available in Spanish, CME for physicians in West Virginia and more in the latest AMA state and local advocacy efforts.

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Opioid-use disorder: Treat the family, not just the patient

Involving loved ones can help them cope and understand what effective treatment looks like. Learn more about family opioid treatment.

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