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What doctors wish patients knew about birth control

Birth-control misinformation is spreading online. Kimberly Warner, MD, an ob-gyn at Colorado Permanente Medical Group, debunks birth-control myths.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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AMA study on maternal health in the city of Chicago

This new study examines the variations in access to maternal health care and maternal and infant health outcomes across specific neighborhoods in Chicago. Download a PDF of the study.

Population Health
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AMA joint report studies impact of OB/GYN facility closures in Chicago

AMA joint report finds that maternal and infant health on south and west sides of Chicago are more heavily affected by OB/GYN facility closures.

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To improve maternal outcomes, get mom’s care goals on the board

Physicians and health professionals at Saint Peter’s University Hospital use a structured process that moms love. It starts with a huddle board.

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight
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AMA statement on ONC exception to protect reproductive health privacy

ONC added privacy protections for reproductive health in a rule released today.

Press Releases
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AMA reaction to Supreme Court decision in Idaho abortion case

The dismissal of an Idaho case by SCOTUS has reinstated a pause on parts of the state’s near-total abortion ban and restored access to emergency abortions in Idaho.

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4 keys to better manage hypertension in pregnancy

Hypertension in pregnancy happens in 16% of hospital deliveries. The CDC outlines tools that physician practices can employ to improve outcomes.

Prevention & Wellness
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AMA applauds Supreme Court ruling preserving access to mifepristone

The American Medical Association applauds today’s unanimous ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that preserves access to mifepristone for millions of women across the country.

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AMA adopts policies to protect patients

Physician and medical student leaders at the Annual Meeting of the AMA House of Delegates approved policies aimed at protecting patient access to needed health care.

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