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3 MIN READ

95% of U.S. health insurance markets are “highly concentrated”

Latest AMA data on health insurance competition in the U.S. shows why recently revised federal merger guidelines are welcome. Learn more.

Access to Care
AMA Update for Jan. 8, 2024: How tribal medical education programs could solve the rural health care crisis with Natasha Bray, DO
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13 MIN READ

How tribal medical education programs could solve the rural health care crisis with Natasha Bray, DO

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tribal medical education programs.

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Health Equity
AMA Update
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13 MIN READ

How tribal medical education programs could solve the rural health care crisis with Natasha Bray, DO [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about tribal medical education programs.

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Health Equity
AMA Update Podcast
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4 MIN READ

Proposed rule could advance health equity for disabled patients

HHS proposal to combat discrimination against people with disabilities is a step in the right direction. Learn how the AMA has weighed in.

Population Care
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9 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about the impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may pose a danger to your health. Three physicians share what to keep in mind.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

Top health tips obesity medicine physicians want you to know

There’s more to treating obesity than healthy eating and physical activity. Check out this informative advice from obesity medicine physicians.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Michael Suk, MD, MPH, at Council on Ethical and Judicial Affairs forum
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4 MIN READ

Can AMA ethical guidance help health systems—and not just doctors?

AMA Trustee and Geisinger physician leader Michael Suk, MD, JD, MPH, MBA, was among those weighing in on a new direction for the AMA Code of Medical Ethics. 

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Physician-Patient Relationship
Health System Spotlight
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4 MIN READ

CDC: Physicians “the lynchpin” for boosting low vaccination rates

Uptake on COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines remains far too low. Get tips and tools from the CDC to boost your patients’ vaccination rate.

Public Health
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4 MIN READ

Behavioral health screening opens critical dialogue with patients

Screening can allow physicians to collect additional data, inform decisions on next steps—but it’s just one part of effective behavioral health care.

Public Health