HOD Reference Committee K, 2024 Interim Meeting
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Better manufacturing tech a key step to preventing drug shortages

The shortage of sterile IV fluid in the wake of Hurricane Helene is just the latest problem that only a multifaceted approach can comprehensively tackle.

Behavioral Health
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AMA furthers policy to address nation’s growing drug supply shortages

New policy to help address worsening public health issue, alleviate drug shortages and ongoing supply challenges for essential medications.

Press Releases
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Hurricane recovery in Florida, the IV fluid shortage and health care emergency preparedness [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about health care emergency preparedness.

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AMA Update for Nov. 8, 2024: Hurricane recovery in Florida, the IV fluid shortage and health care emergency preparedness
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Hurricane recovery in Florida, the IV fluid shortage and health care emergency preparedness

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about health care emergency preparedness.

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Behavioral Health
AMA Update
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 28, 2024

In the news: E. Coli outbreak linked to McDonald's, elevated BMI linked to increased risk of long COVID, hurricane disrupts availability of IV fluids, autism diagnoses increasing, Dengue fever cases in U.S. has more than doubled.

Publications & Newsletters
Gloved hands adjust an IV bag
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Fixing IV fluid shortage only a start in addressing drug supply

Helene-related IV fluid shortages are widespread. The AMA pulls together resources and outlines steps to resolve an urgent public health crisis.

Behavioral Health
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 21, 2024

In the news: Tirzepatide shortage, women’s unique stroke risks, recall on popular antidepressant, semaglutide may reduce Alzheimer’s risk and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the drug shortage caused by hurricane damage.

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Behavioral Health
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Oct. 23, 2024: IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024 (index only)
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IV shortage update: Baxter facility damage after hurricane in North Carolina 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the drug shortage caused by hurricane damage.

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Behavioral Health
AMA Update