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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

Federal Advocacy

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Understanding when HRT makes sense in menopause

Melissa Joy Tracy, MD, of Rush University Medical Center, explains why hormone-replacement therapy (HRT) might be right for some women.

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Population Care
Health System Spotlight
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Another measles death, pertussis news, a new Alzheimer's test, plus shingles and dementia study [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about a new pertussis outbreak, a new Alzheimer's test and more.

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AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for April 9, 2025: Another measles death, pertussis news, a new Alzheimer's test, plus shingles and dementia study
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Another measles death, pertussis news, a new Alzheimer's test, plus shingles and dementia study

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about a new pertussis outbreak, a new Alzheimer's test and more.

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Public Health
AMA Update

Migraines & headache CME

Migraines and headache symptoms can be difficult to assess for treatment. Learn how to address these symptoms with patients while completing CME credits at your own pace.

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April 4, 2025: National Advocacy Update

Legislation introduced to reform how prior authorization requests are evaluated and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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What doctors wish patients knew to improve their mental health

Mental well-being is a crucial aspect of overall health. Learn from AMA member physicians about tips to help patients address mental health concerns. 

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Obstetrics and gynecology programs with the most residency positions

According to FREIDA™ data, obstetrics and gynecology offers 1,622 first-year medical residency positions. Here are the programs offering the most opportunities.

Preparing for Residency

Contraceptive care CME

Education from Partners in Contraceptive Choice and Knowledge (PICCK) helps clinicians and public health professionals empower patients to make informed contraceptive care decisions. 

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10 most-viewed obstetrics and gynecology residency programs

FREIDA™ users have tallied more than 150,000 views of obstetrics and gynecology residency programs. Of the 298 obstetrics and gynecology residencies listed, here are the 10 programs that rose to the top for user interest.

Preparing for Residency
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10 things doctors wish women knew to manage their health

AMA member physicians share more about some priorities that women patients should keep in mind. Hint: It’s not all about diet and exercise.

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Population Care
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™