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The 7-step self-measured blood pressure (SMBP) quick guide
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 13, 2023

In the news: Life expectancy gap grows, semaglutide reduced CV risk for patients with obesity, unsafe eyedrops removed from Amazon and more. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about type 2 diabetes prevention

A prediabetes diagnosis or family history doesn’t mean type 2 diabetes is inevitable. A family physician shares advice on preventing type 2 diabetes.

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Top health tips your family physician wants you to know

Check out this helpful and informative advice from family physicians that can help patients and their families lead happier, healthier lives.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 16, 2023

In the news: Improved reimbursement for PET scans, low serotonin linked to long COVID, ADHD heightens dementia risk and more.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 9, 2023

In the news: Evidence of “long cold” syndrome found, American Heart Association identifies new condition, stroke deaths projected to rise 50% and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about social isolation

Social isolation is a growing epidemic that can dangerously affect mental and physical health. Four physicians share how to combat social isolation.   

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 4, 2023

In the news: Deadly Vibrio vulnificus infections, 50% of CVD cases linked to modifiable factors, new tool to diagnose autism spectrum disorder and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis remains an enigmatic and debilitating condition, affecting millions. Two rheumatologists share how to manage this disease.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Cardiologist is first woman to lead The Permanente Medical Group

New CEO Maria Ansari, MD, says prevention is key to improving patient outcomes and reducing physician burnout. Learn more with the AMA.

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