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Surgeon General’s report offers guidance for ending opioid epidemic

Report emphasizes early detection and evidence-based interventions such as medication-assisted treatment and communitywide support services.

Press Releases
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Sept. 20, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Opioid epidemic legislation, gag clause legislation and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 20, 2018: State Advocacy Update

California governor urged to sign bill to increase access to MAT in the latest state advocacy efforts.

Advocacy Update
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How Medicaid programs can help end the opioid epidemic

Medication-assisted treatment and inpatient care are among approaches that work, but many states still only offer minimal care for a massive problem.

Overdose Epidemic
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AMA statement on the National Survey on Drug Use and Health

National survey shows progress on patients being treated for opioid used disorder.

Press Releases
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4 factors that add to stigma surrounding opioid-use disorder

The stigma surrounding opioid-use disorder stands in the way of ending the opioid epidemic. Find out how to overcome stigma and effectively treat opioid-use disorder.

Overdose Epidemic
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AMA statement on FDA enforcement action against e-cigarette retailers

The statement reacts to the FDA enforcement action against e-cigarette retailers, aimed at keeping tobacco out of the hands of young people.

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An open safe
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5 tips for safely storing opioids at home

When it comes to safe medication storage, patients should secure prescription drugs as they would jewelry or cash.

Overdose Epidemic
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Sept. 6, 2018: National Advocacy Update

EHR quality metrics, federal background checks for firearms and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update