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AMA, MSMA, Manatt: Study on MS reversing opioid epidemic

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A new report today by the American Medical Association (AMA), Mississippi State Medical Association (MSMA), and Manatt Health shows Mississippi is adopting life-saving strategies to combat the opioid epidemic.

The report, based on data, a review of policies and discussions with key policy makers, points to policies that have helped patients with opioid use disorder as well as areas that need improvement.

The spotlight analysis found that Mississippi is making considerable progress in two key areas:

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