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On cybersecurity, physicians must always be on their toes

Ransomware and other cyberattacks are becoming a national security threat, experts say. Explore timely advice and AMA resources to mitigate the risks. 

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2024 AMA Interim Meeting of the HOD
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Highlights from the 2024 AMA Interim Meeting

Track the news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ meeting, which ran Nov. 8–12.

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HOD Reference Committee B, 2024 Interim Meeting
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Having a physician on site is best way to deliver emergency care

But that isn’t always possible. AMA will work with state medical associations to push for 24/7 physician supervision, even if is remotely provided. 

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Addressing and managing drug shortages

The AMA has declared drug shortages to be an urgent public health crisis. Stay informed and access resources to address the impacts on practice.

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Safety and quality CME

Learn how quality and safety can help advance and sustain health and health care systems across the world with education from the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI).

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AMA Update for Oct. 23, 2024: IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024 (index only)
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IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the drug shortage caused by hurricane damage.

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IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the drug shortage caused by hurricane damage.

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AMA Update for Sept. 13, 2024: QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety
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QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about quality improvement training for residents.

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Deepen your knowledge of timely topics in critical care medicine with education from the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

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QIPS in health care: Quality improvement training for residents and the importance of patient safety [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about quality improvement training for residents.

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Who should notify patients when cyberattacks breach their data?

The AMA supports a proposed new cyber incident reporting rule, but emphasizes that health insurance companies must be subject to the same regulation.

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