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AMA applauds FDA's approval of second OTC naloxone product

The AMA has long advocated for improved access to OTC naloxone as the deadly drug overdose epidemic continues to devastate communities.

Press Releases
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AMA applauds proposed rule on Mental Health Parity Law

The AMA supports the administration’s commitment to addressing insurers’ continued failures to comply with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act.

Press Releases
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Don’t criminalize pregnant patients with substance-use disorders

An Ohio mom was prosecuted after disclosing her illicit drug use upon giving birth. Learn why an appeals court was right to overturn her conviction.

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AMA in the News: June 2023

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for June 2023.

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June 30, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Congressional hearing held to examine Medicare physician payment system and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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June 30, 2023: State Advocacy Update

How South Dakota’s licensure applications support physician wellness and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Boosting treatment for incarcerated pregnant patients with SUDs

Pregnant people with a substance use disorder have the same right to treatment as any other person with an SUD. Learn more.

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Here’s your one-stop shop to meet new DEA training mandate

DEA-registered physicians are now required to complete the one time, eight-hour training requirement. The AMA has you covered. Learn more.

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Put naloxone in schools so it can save lives

Opioid overdose-reversing drugs such as naloxone save lives. They should be available in educational settings and public areas, the AMA says.

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