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Nov. 1, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Trump administration on drug prices, FTC and insulin prices and more in the latest from AMA's national advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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AMA statement on president’s plan for prescription drugs

Physicians share their patients’ concerns with the cost of prescription drugs. We appreciate the Trump Administration addressing this important issue.

Press Releases
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Oct. 18, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Drug prices in TV ads, Surgeon General's opioid report and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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AMA on proposal to increase transparency in drug ads

While AMA is opposed to consumer advertising of prescription drugs, since the practice is allowed, ads should come with at least a small dose of transparency.

Press Releases
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10 Min Read

Oct. 4, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Doctor office drug compounding oversight, OPPS and ASC proposed rule and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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Sept. 20, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Opioid epidemic legislation, gag clause legislation and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
An open safe
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3 Min Read

5 tips for safely storing opioids at home

When it comes to safe medication storage, patients should secure prescription drugs as they would jewelry or cash.

Behavioral Health
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3 Min Read

Sept. 6, 2018: National Advocacy Update

EHR quality metrics, federal background checks for firearms and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update
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3 Min Read

Aug. 23, 2018: National Advocacy Update

Step therapy in Medicare Advantage plans, accountable care organizations and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

Advocacy Update