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COVID-19 deaths drop, but mortality data shows room for prevention

While there has been a shift in leading causes of death, physicians continue to play a key role in preventing chronic diseases, AMA experts say.

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What doctors wish patients knew about peripheral artery disease

Also known as peripheral vascular disease, this condition causes leg pain, cramping and numbness. Charles Leithead, MD, of Ochsner Health shares more.

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AMA Update for Nov. 20, 2024: Clade 1 Mpox, Canada bird flu news, and E. coli outbreak recall on carrots 2024
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Clade 1 Mpox, Canada bird flu news, and E. coli outbreak recall on carrots 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about E. coli outbreak recall on carrots, Clade 1 Mpox and more.

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Clade 1 Mpox, Canada bird flu news, and E. coli outbreak recall on carrots 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about E. coli outbreak recall on carrots, Clade 1 Mpox and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about ultraprocessed foods

The poor nutrient quality of ultraprocessed foods—high sodium, sugar and saturated fat levels, and low fiber content—is a recipe for poor health.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 28, 2024

In the news: E. Coli outbreak linked to McDonald's, elevated BMI linked to increased risk of long COVID, hurricane disrupts availability of IV fluids, autism diagnoses increasing, Dengue fever cases in U.S. has more than doubled.

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What doctors wish patients knew about erectile dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction goes beyond sex, affecting overall health and well-being. Amanda Swanton, MD, from University of Iowa Health Care, shares more.

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Top health tips that hematologists want patients to know

Blood holds the keys to countless health conditions. Learn what hematologists want everyone to know about a handful of them.

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AMA Update for Oct. 30, 2024: McDonald's E. coli outbreak, new COVID and flu tests, plus bird flu 2024 and the latest H5N1 news
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McDonald's E. coli outbreak, new COVID and flu tests, plus bird flu 2024 and the latest H5N1 news

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest on new COVID and flu tests and bird flu transmission.

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