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What doctors wish patients knew about appendicitis

There’s a pain in your abdomen. Is it something as simple as gas or is it appendicitis? Three emergency physicians share what to keep in mind.

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This ob-gyn makes it her mission to change her patients’ world

When AMA member Keisha Callins, MD, MPH, was a child, she had a terrible care experience and never wants her patients to feel the same. Learn more.

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Top health tips that your ob-gyn wants you to know

Check out this terrific advice from obstetrician-gynecologists that can help empower women to take charge of their health.

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4 MIN READ

Alarming rise in U.S. maternal mortality signals need for change

Maternal mortality rates remain high across all racial and ethnic groups. More must be done to push positive change on the issue.

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Breaking the silence

Understand the harmful practice of female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) and how to treat survivors and those at risk with AHA Foundation's training on AMA Ed Hub™.

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AMA advocacy to improve maternal health

The AMA is committed to tackling the issues surrounding maternal mortality and morbidity. Learn more about ongoing efforts on improving maternal health.

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10 things doctors wish women knew to manage their health

Learn from AMA member physicians about some priorities that women patients should keep in mind. Hint: It’s not all about diet and exercise.

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Women in Medicine Month social media kit

View images and sample social media posts you can use and share on social media to celebrate Women in Medicine Month during September.

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Contraceptive care CME

Education from Partners in Contraceptive Choice and Knowledge (PICCK) helps clinicians and public health professionals empower patients to make informed contraceptive care decisions. 

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AMA opposes court ruling chipping away at mifepristone access

Today’s Fifth Circuit Court decision restricting access to mifepristone will negatively impact patients across the country.

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Validated devices: The missing link in state Medicaid BP efforts

Learn how Medicaid can help patients get accurate devices to measure their BP at home and partner with doctors to address hypertension.

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