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Practice transformation efforts to reduce burnout
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A healthier holiday: Avoiding colds, the health benefits of gratitude and 5 more minutes of exercise [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about preventing illness this holiday season.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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Depression rates rising in preteens. Mental fitness tools can help.

The Permanente Medical Group is proactively addressing depression and social isolation among preteens through screening, phone apps and therapy.  

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Population Health
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Physicians’ progress toward ending the nation’s drug overdose epidemic

Learn more about physicians’ actions toward ending the nation’s drug-related overdose and death epidemic—and what still needs to be done. Download PDF of the Overdose Epidemic Report.

Behavioral Health
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How physicians can better meet veterans’ mental health needs

Veterans and their families have particular needs, especially in mental health. Learn how to approach caring for such patients.

Population Health
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How addictive is cannabis?

In this episode of the Moving Medicine podcast, learn about the potential for cannabis addiction, withdrawal symptoms and overdose.

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Behavioral Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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Integrating Behavioral Health into Non-Primary Care Settings

Health care experts share actionable strategies for recognizing and addressing behavioral health needs.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 21, 2024

In the news: Tirzepatide shortage, women’s unique stroke risks, recall on popular antidepressant, semaglutide may reduce Alzheimer’s risk and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about managing eczema

This skin condition can be uncomfortable. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health dermatologist Edward Esparza, MD, PhD, shares how to manage eczema.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Pearl of the Week: Ask patients, “What matters to you?”

Find resources on behavioral health integration for your practice. 

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Behavioral Health
AMA STEPS Forward® Pearl of the Week