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The latest FDA naloxone approvals and Overdose Awareness Day with Bobby Mukkamala, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the current state of the overdose epidemic.

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June 30, 2023: State Advocacy Update

How South Dakota’s licensure applications support physician wellness and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

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AMA in Action: Ending the overdose epidemic
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Advocacy in action: Ending the overdose epidemic

Science, evidence and compassion must guide patient care and policy change to end the drug-overdose epidemic.

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Dec. 16, 2022: National Advocacy Update

Registration now open for 2023 AMA National Advocacy Conference and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Funds will bolster scores of syringe services programs

Formerly called needle-exchange programs, these efforts cut bloodborne infections and overdose deaths, and serve as a bridge to treatment. Learn more.

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Harm-reduction efforts needed to curb overdose epidemic

AMA backs greater use of point-of-care fentanyl test strips and using opioid-litigation settlement funds to boost physician training. Learn more.

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FDA naloxone guidance helps harm-reduction groups’ work to save lives

Learn how new clarity from the FDA on burdensome requirements for bulk purchase of naloxone aid underserved communities.

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Sept. 30, 2022: National Advocacy Update

Physicians’ unified message to Congress: Reform Medicare pay now in the latest National Advocacy Update.

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Barriers to care cause drug overdose and death epidemic to deepen

Illicit drugs are fueling the overdose epidemic. A new AMA report makes clear how physicians, payers, policymakers and others can help save lives.

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