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Press Releases

Sep 22, 2022 ·

New guidance on naloxone to strengthen work of harm reduction groups

The guidance announced today offers regulatory clarity for harm reduction organizations to purchase naloxone so more will be distributed in communities.

Patient Support & Advocacy

Sep 20, 2022 ·

AMA advocacy 2022 efforts

The AMA advocates at the federal and state levels on key health care issues impacting patients and physicians. See updates of some of the recent efforts.

Press Releases

Trends on overdose deaths require specific actions, all-hands approach

With a report issued today detailing the horrific toll of the nation’s overdose and death epidemic, the AMA calls for an all-hands approach to help save lives.

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Overdose Epidemic

How language makes a difference in treating substance-use disorder

Person-first language can help patients who are struggling with addiction—and stigma. Learn more with the AMA.

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Digital

Nov 16, 2021 ·

Telehealth a lifeline for patients with substance-use disorders

Virtual care has helped patients overcome barriers such as lack of transportation and treatment stigma. Learn more with the AMA.

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Overdose Epidemic

Oct 15, 2021 ·

5 evidence-based steps to end the overdose epidemic

Shame and stigma won’t save lives. Learn with the AMA about what effective policy looks like.

Overdose Epidemic

AMA Substance Use and Pain Care Task Force recommendations

Learn more about the AMA Substance Use and Pain Care Task Force's recommendations to help physicians to take action on evidence-based interventions.

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Overdose Epidemic

Sep 28, 2021 ·

44% drop in opioid Rx since 2011, but overdoses spike. Here’s why.

Learn what’s really driving the worsening epidemic of drug-related overdoses and deaths, and how the AMA is working fervently to end it.

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