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New Year 2017
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Resolved: 8 tips for a healthier lifestyle in 2017

Cut sugar, salt and stress. Know your type 2 diabetes risk. Move more, drink less, quit smoking and make your home smoke-free.

Prevention & Wellness
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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 new policies to improve health of nation

During its Interim Meeting, the AMA voted to adopt new policies aimed at improving the health of the nation.

Press Releases
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AMA applauds White House mental health parity recommendations

The American Medical Association welcomed today the final recommendations from the White House's Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Parity Task Force.

Press Releases
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AMA statement on Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act

The AMA commends the House of Representatives on passing the Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act, H.R 2646.

Press Releases
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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
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Resident and Fellow Section: 2016 AMA Annual Meeting highlights

Read highlights of what took place during the meeting of the Resident and Fellow Section during the 2016 AMA Annual meeting.

Residents & Fellows
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Physicians take new approach to add mental health care to standard practice

Mental health issues have an impact on patient’s well-being but often aren’t part of a standard medical practice. One university’s experience offers tips on how to use a behavioral health consultant to increase the quality of care.

Behavioral Health