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What doctors want patients to know about allergic rhinitis

Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, is more than just the sniffles. Understanding triggers and when to talk to a physician are key to managing allergic rhinitis. 

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™

Help Move Medicine

Medicine doesn’t stand still, and neither do we. AMA members don’t just keep up with medicine—they shape its future.

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What doctors want patients to know about wearing sunscreen

Most people do not wear sunscreen properly. Two dermatologists explain what to look for and how to properly apply sunscreen, no matter the season.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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What doctors want patients to know about diverticulitis

Diverticulitis can turn silent colon pouches into painful inflammation. But plenty of interventions are available, depending on severity of diverticulitis.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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What doctors want patients to know about “summer finger bumps”

These itchy skin blisters, a symptom of dyshidrotic eczema, can happen year-round. Learn how to find relief and what to expect with this condition.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™

Improve key communication skills

Professionalism and Communication Education from Drexel University offers CME modules for health care professionals, developed by leading educators. 

Learn on AMA Ed Hub™
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What doctors want patients to know about lupus

Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease with varied symptoms. Early diagnosis and ongoing care can help patients manage flares and protect long-term health.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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What doctors want patients to know about pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is a challenging form of cancer. It is notoriously difficult to detect early and often requires treatment across physician specialties. 

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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5 prompts to help patients get the most out of AI chatbots

AI tools cannot replace your doctor, but they can help patients learn, compare and prepare for care. Dive deeper with the AMA.

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Digital
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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12 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about ALS

There is no cure for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)—aka Lou Gehrig’s disease. But recent advances offer some hope. Learn more.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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10 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about concussions

Concussions shouldn't be brushed off as just a bump on the head. Recognizing signs early and knowing when to seek care can help with concussion recovery.

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Injury & Violence
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™