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New AMA report details grim realities of worsening overdose epidemic

Opioid prescribing by physicians decreased for the 13th consecutive year, but overdose deaths related to illicitly manufactured substances continue to increase.

Press Releases
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Physicians’ progress toward ending the nation’s drug overdose epidemic

Learn more about physicians’ actions toward ending the nation’s drug-related overdose and death epidemic—and what still needs to be done. Download PDF of the Overdose Epidemic Report.

Overdose Epidemic
AMA Update for Nov. 8, 2023: FDA Moderna vaccine update, new sickle cell anemia treatment, plus naloxone & lung cancer screenings
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FDA Moderna vaccine update, new sickle cell anemia treatment, plus naloxone & lung cancer screenings

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest developments in public health.

Public Health
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FDA Moderna vaccine update, new sickle cell anemia treatment, plus naloxone & lung cancer screenings [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest developments in public health.

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AMA Update Podcast
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 30, 2023

In the news: HHS information blocking ‘disincentives,’ infant mortality rising, more Americans should get lung cancer screening, fewer teens vaping and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Nov. 3, 2023: National Advocacy Update

Register now: 2024 AMA National Advocacy Conference and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Why DEA’s latest move on telehealth could be a lifesaver

Telemedicine access to medications for opioid-use disorder can cut the odds of overdose deaths. Learn how the AMA’s supporting telehealth.

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AMA Update for Oct. 26, 2023: What xylazine is, treatment options, and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH
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What xylazine is, treatment options and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about what xylazine is and how physicians can help combat its threat.

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Overdose Epidemic
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What xylazine is, treatment options and how the White House is responding with Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about what xylazine is and how physicians can help combat its threat.

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Overdose Epidemic
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