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What doctors wish patients knew about getting a good night’s sleep

Sleep’s importance to health rivals exercise or healthful eating. Three AMA member sleep medicine physicians share what patients should understand.

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

What doctors wish patients knew about breast-cancer prevention

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among women in the United States. Two physicians share how you can reduce your risk. 

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Chronic Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about vitamins and supplements

With more than 100,000 different supplements available, it is unclear what is safe to take. Three physicians aim to clear things up about vitamins and supplements. 

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

What doctors wish patients knew about healthy aging

Attention to aging well shouldn’t begin as an older adult. It is important to start young. Four physicians share how patients can practice healthy aging.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about sodium consumption

Sodium isn’t just lurking in heavily salted snacks. Two physicians discuss where sodium resides and which choices to make to avoid it in excess.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Hands off the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, says AMA

Amid reports that all 16 task force members will be removed, the AMA weighs in to protect the USPSTF and its evidence-based process.

Federal Advocacy
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AMA deeply concerned by reported USPSTF changes

In a letter, AMA urges HHS secretary to retain previously appointed members and continue the Task Force’s regular meeting schedule.

Press Releases
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What doctors wish patients knew about the impact of caffeine

Caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much may pose a danger to your health. Four physicians share what to keep in mind.

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

High court ruling protects no-cost access to preventive care

Supreme Court rules that USPSTF appointments are lawful, meaning that task force-recommended services will continue to be fully covered under ACA.

Judicial Advocacy