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12 Min Read

Ozempic for weight loss, Zepbound JAMA study, new sickle cell treatments and Medicare payment cuts [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about Ozempic for weight loss, sickle cell treatments and more.

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Chronic Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 11, 2023

In the news: FDA approves CRISPR gene-editing for sickle cell disease, tirzepatide’s weight loss rebound, USPSTF recommendation on childhood obesity and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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10 Min Read

The effects of obstructive sleep apnea on respiration muscle systems

In this episode of Making the Rounds, Srujith Medharamelta, a 2023 AMA Research Challenge finalist, covers his research submission on obesity and muscles of respiration.

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Research
Making the Rounds Podcast
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5 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 13, 2023

In the news: Life expectancy gap grows, semaglutide reduced CV risk for patients with obesity, unsafe eyedrops removed from Amazon and more. 

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11 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about type 2 diabetes prevention

A prediabetes diagnosis or family history doesn’t mean type 2 diabetes is inevitable. A family physician shares advice on preventing type 2 diabetes.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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2 Min Read

AMA urges insurance coverage parity for emerging obesity treatment options

AMA will urge health insurers to provide coverage of available FDA-approved weight-loss drugs, including GLP-1 medications

Press Releases
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 9, 2023

In the news: Evidence of “long cold” syndrome found, American Heart Association identifies new condition, stroke deaths projected to rise 50% and more.

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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 2, 2023

In the news: "Morning-after pill” for STDs, another updated COVID shot approved, popular weigh loss drugs have rare, but serious risks and more.

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3 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 18, 2023

In the news: Added sugar raises CHD risk, morning exercise could improve weight loss, processed foods linked to depression and more.

Publications & Newsletters