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AMA adopts new policies on substance use during second day of Annual Meeting

Policies address opioid crisis and medicinal use of psychedelics.

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AMA in Action: Ending the overdose epidemic
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Advocacy in action: Ending the overdose epidemic

Science, evidence and compassion must guide patient care and policy change to end the drug-overdose epidemic.

Overdose Epidemic
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Narcan lands OTC approval: What it means for patients, doctors

The drug’s manufacturer and retailers must help ensure the lifesaving opioid overdose-reversal medication is widely available at an affordable price. 

Overdose Epidemic
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AMA statement on DEA extending telehealth prescription flexibilities

The AMA applauds the DEA extending flexibilities in the prescribing of controlled substances through telehealth visits through Nov. 11, 2023.

Press Releases
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Naloxone: FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan nasal spray with Bobby Mukkamala, MD

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Narcan, the over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray, and more.

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Overdose Epidemic
AMA Update
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Naloxone: FDA approves over-the-counter Narcan nasal spray with Bobby Mukkamala, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Narcan, the over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray, and more.

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Overdose Epidemic
AMA Update Podcast
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AMA launches resource to help physicians meet DEA training requirement

The AMA Ed Hub™ has a new educational webpage for physicians to complete required training on treating patients with opioid or other substance use disorders.

Press Releases
Rahul Gupta, MD, speaking at the 2023 National Advocacy Conference
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Every 5 minutes a person dies of drug overdose. This must end.

Rahul Gupta, MD, MPH, is the first physician to direct the White House’s drug-control policy. Learn why he says treatment is key to the strategy.

Overdose Epidemic
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Feb. 24, 2023: National Advocacy Update

FDA advisory panels vote 19-0 in favor of OTC naloxone and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update