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Pearl of the Week: A dramatic visual aid about sugar

Find resources to to assist patient conversations about diet choices and diabetes.

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AMA STEPS Forward®
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week
Karen L. Smith, MD, and Karen Scherr, MD, PhD
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4 Min Read

4 ways to improve patient uptake on diabetes prevention

As the prevalence of diabetes continues to rise, the urgent need to address disparities and enhance prevention efforts becomes increasingly apparent.

Prevention & Wellness
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8 Min Read

Questions patients may have about weight-loss drugs

The rise in popularity of Wegovy, Ozempic and other anti-obesity medications, has led to more questions among patients with obesity or type 2 diabetes.

Behavioral Health
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4 Min Read

Diabetes prevention works. Here’s how to keep patients engaged.

With type 2 diabetes prevalence rising, the power of prevention can’t be overstated. Find out how a focused effort is paying off.

Prevention & Wellness
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4 Min Read

Henry Ford Health tailors EHR to boost diabetes prevention

The EHR can pose a clerical burden for physicians, but harnessing its might can improve patient outcomes. Learn more with the AMA.

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Prevention & Wellness
Health System Spotlight
African-American woman receives a bandage on her arm after vaccination
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COVID-19 tied to higher diabetes risk—but vaccination helps

SARS-CoV-2 infection is linked to diabetes risk. Find out how much COVID-19 vaccination lowers the risk.

Infectious Diseases
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Feb. 13, 2023

In the news: children missing out on vital nutrition, early indicators of CVD and cognitive ability, COVID-19’s link to diabetes, FDA drug approvals and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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3 ways medicine can partner with public health to prevent diabetes

A public health physician champion for preventing type 2 diabetes lays out how clinical care is failing patients with prediabetes and what to do about it.

Prevention & Wellness
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What to know about managing weight to prevent type 2 diabetes

The American Diabetes Association’s updated guidance on preventing type 2 diabetes emphasizes a multifaceted approach. Learn more with the AMA.

Prevention & Wellness