American Medical News Articles on Public Health

Along with an increase in ED visits, CT and MRI use has tripled in a decade as the patient population becomes more complex.

People across various demographic categories reported improvement in their ability to pay for care.

Shuttered pill mills, caution about prescribing opioids and easy accessibility of heroin are driving people to the illicit drug.

Tobacco brand placement has declined due partly to a settlement with the major tobacco companies, but alcohol placement is subject only to self-regulation.

The study author says they end up in emergency departments for medical issues that could have been treated in a primary care office.

Ads are tagged with messages for people to ask their physicians to help them quit smoking. “Doctors can help a lot,” the agency's director said.

Physician opinions vary about whether so-called morning-after birth control should be available over the counter without doctor involvement.

Consuming excessive sodium increases the risk of hypertension, which could lead to stroke or death, but low levels also could have a harmful effect.

As AMA president, Ardis Dee Hoven, MD, says she will listen to physicians' concerns and help pave the way for new payment and delivery of care models.

The research helps physicians understand what kind and how much physical activity is best for patients.