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New law provides data-mapping tool to lower maternal mortality

The “Data Mapping to Save Moms’ Lives Act” will identify where help is needed so lifesaving interventions can be developed.

Population Care
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What doctors wish patients knew about the flu

After drastically lower influenza activity in previous years, the flu is back with a vengeance. An infectious diseases physician shares more.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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In divided Congress, it’s full steam ahead for physician advocacy

It will be a contentious two years on Capitol Hill, but AMA experts see room to push physicians’ bipartisan agenda on Medicare pay reform and more.

Federal Advocacy
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To boost outcomes, first unlock the power of health literacy

One way to advance health equity is to improve health literacy, which can make patients more confident and active participants in their own health.

Health Equity
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Fighting for PrEP medication coverage under the ACA with Stephen Parodi, MD

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about PrEP medication coverage.

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Access to Care
AMA Update
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Fighting for PrEP medication coverage under the ACA with Stephen Parodi, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about PrEP medication coverage.

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Access to Care
AMA Update Podcast
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Jan. 27, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Medical organizations urge Congress to prioritize Medicare physician payment reform and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Jan. 27, 2023: State Advocacy Update

Recap of the 2023 AMA State Advocacy Summit and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Tips to advance health equity concepts in residency training

Advancing health equity is a driving ideal behind health systems science, which is reshaping medical education across the continuum. Learn more.

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