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AMA applauds FDA for taking action against 4 tobacco companies

The AMA applauds the FDA for taking action today against four tobacco manufacturers for selling flavored cigarettes to youth.

Press Releases
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Leading med groups applaud Surgeon General’s report on e-cigs & youth

Five medical groups, including the AMA, join in support of "E-Cigarette Use Among Youth and Young Adults: A Report of the Surgeon General"

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Physicians see positive role for spirituality in medicine

The AMA backs patient access to spiritual care, one of several new policies patients should know about.

Behavioral Health
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AMA adopts policy to urge further research into CTE

The AMA adopted policy urging research into the detection, causes, and prevention of head injuries

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AMA strengthens anti-tobacco policies to further protect youth

The AMA adopted policies reaffirming its longtime commitment to preventing tobacco use amongst youth.

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AMA urges legislation to ban dangerous coal-tar sealcoats

The AMA adopted policy aimed at reducing or ending the use of coal-tar-based sealcoats that are used and applied on pavement and playgrounds across the country

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Rising teen obesity rate sparks push for healthier schools

Obesity among the nation’s teens is still on the rise. A recent report calls for early-childhood and school-based policies and programs to help kids achieve and maintain healthy weights.

Chronic Diseases
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Criminal justice reform can improve public health

Mass incarceration poses a threat to public health, fueling chronic disease and mental illness that physicians must address. Working for criminal justice reform can save money and lives.

Population Health
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11 new AMA policies patients should know

Physicians at the 2016 AMA Annual Meeting adopted 11 new policies to promote the betterment of public health. They range from preventing drug overdose to delaying school start times and supporting paid sick leave.

Prevention & Wellness