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Raising minimum age for purchasing tobacco has health implications

The move to raise the minimum age for purchasing tobacco to 21 has major health implications. It will reduce the smoking rate over time by about 12 percent and smoking-related deaths by 10 percent.

Behavioral Health
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Illinois and D.C. ban conversion therapy for minors

Illinois became the fourth state, alongside Washington, D.C., to ban the practice of ex-gay conversion therapy for minors.

Population Health
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How the SGR repeal law ensures access to care for kids

The law that repealed the sustainable growth rate (SGR) formula also included important provisions to help maintain access to health care for American children. As of last year, 8.1 million children were enrolled in the program, which is implemented in all 50 states.

Medicare & Medicaid
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AMA strengthens policy on electronic cigarettes to protect youth

The AMA today adopted new policy to further strengthen its support of regulatory oversight of electronic cigarettes.

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New AMA policy aims to reduce risk of concussion in youth sports

The American Medical Association (AMA) voted today to adopt policies aimed at reducing the risk of sports-related concussions in young athletes.

Press Releases
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AMA calls for stricter e-cigarette regulation

The AMA adopted new policy at the 2014 AMA Annual Meeting opposing the sales and marketing of electronic cigarettes and nicotine delivery products to minors.

Behavioral Health