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AMA adopts policy to reduce consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages

The AMA adopted policy, as part of a comprehensive report on sugar-sweetened beverages, aimed at reducing the amount of sugar Americans consume

Press Releases
HOD Delegate speaks to crowd at meeting.
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AMA backs global health experts in calling infertility a disease

Delegates also support new advice on prenatal vitamin supplementation.

Population Health
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Court case tests Philadelphia’s sugary drinks tax

The City of Brotherly Love says it can tax the distribution of products that harm public health. The AMA and other health organizations support the tax.

Judicial Advocacy
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March 9, 2017: Judicial Advocacy Update

Learn more about how the AMA and other organizations advocate for New York City health department rule of salt-shaker sodium warnings at chain restaurants.

Advocacy Update
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Appeals court OKs salt-shaker sodium warnings at chain restaurants

A 5 – 0 decision upholds a regulation mandating easy-to-understand symbols telling consumers when meals exceed the recommended daily limit on sodium.

Judicial Advocacy
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8 tips to figure out, and improve, your patients’ eating habits

To help patients adopt healthier diets, first find out what’s really on their plates.

Prevention & Wellness
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
Best of 2016: Patients
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The top 5 stories patients should read

These articles will help patients understand dietary guidelines, health disparities, the AMA’s gun-violence policy, and state laws on tobacco purchases.

Prevention & Wellness
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WHO warns on kids’ digital exposure to junk-food ads

If a food is high in fat, salt or sugar, it is likely being promoted in ads placed in websites and apps aimed at children.

Population Health