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How physicians can identify, assist human trafficking victims

Physicians may see human trafficking victims more often than they realize. More than 60 percent reported going to a hospital or emergency department. Make a difference by learning how to identify victims and raise awareness.

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AMA urges elimination of nuclear weapons

Citing some of the medical and environmental consequences of nuclear war—no matter how “limited”—the AMA urged the U.S. Department of State to eliminate nuclear weapons and work to reduce nuclear arms in a letter sent earlier this month.

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Doctors uniquely suited to help human trafficking victims

The AMA adopted policy to help address human trafficking. The policy calls for physician education so they can identify and report suspected cases of human trafficking to the appropriate authorities while ensuring victims have the medical, legal and social resources they need.

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AMA works to protect health care providers following Boston shooting

Six months after the fatal shooting of a Boston cardiac surgeon, the AMA voted today in support of a study to prevent violence against health care providers.

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