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Physicians take steps to address opioid overdose epidemic

New policies adopted by the AMA address steps physicians can take to fight opioid overdose epidemic. Efforts cover the use of prescription drug monitoring programs; access to naloxone and adding addiction medicine as a sub-specialty.

Behavioral Health
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AMA adds new tools to combat opioids

The AMA adopted new policies this week at its annual meeting to reverse the country's opioid epidemic.

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The antidote: 3 things to consider when co-prescribing naloxone

How do you explain the safety benefits of co-prescribing naloxone to patients without the stigma that overdose carries? One physician shares three talking points that help open the discussion with patients.

Behavioral Health
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Naloxone prescription available to entire state: Treating opioid epidemic

Pennsylvania physicians take the lead in fighting opioid epidemic by making lifesaving overdose reversal drug, naloxone, available to all residents. State officials identify 3 next steps.

Behavioral Health
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AMA statement on FDA approval of implant to fight opioid addiction

The AMA is pleased the FDA approved a new implantable option to help treat patients with substance use disorders.

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AMA welcomes House energy and commerce action on opioids

The AMA applauds the Energy and Commerce Committee for passing several bills that will help combat the opioid epidemic facing this country.

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How Obama's opioid initiatives align with physician recommendations

Dr. Patrice A. Harris, Board Chair-Elect of the AMA, reviews presidential initiatives to address substance abuse. Dr. Harris points to AMA recommendations and urges physicians to continue to work to end this tragic national epidemic.

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AMA offers vision for ending opioid epidemic at national summit

Dr. Patrice Harris, the chair-elect of the AMA and the chair of its Task Force to Reduce Opioid Abuse, laid out the AMA’s vision for ending the opioid epidemic.

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Patient satisfaction surveys need to better address pain management: Fighting opioid epidemic

Medicare patient satisfaction surveys pose problems for physicians managing pain. Pressure to prescribe opioids may contribute to epidemic. Ohio takes action to change questionnaire.

Behavioral Health