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10 must-read bioethics articles published in 2024

On topics such as drug shortages and inpatient psychiatric care, a variety of bioethics articles published this year have caught readers’ attention. 

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AMA Journal of Ethics® CME

Get help navigating ethical challenges you may face in your professional life. Browse a curated collection of CME articles and podcasts drawn from issues of the AMA Journal of Ethics®.

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Hospice care a model for other areas of medicine—in one way

While most health care spaces are inherently stressful, hospice is one of the few health care spaces that is “structured for peace” and comfort. 

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Addressing and managing drug shortages

The AMA has declared drug shortages to be an urgent public health crisis. Stay informed and access resources to address the impacts on practice.

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COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) resource center for physicians

The AMA is closely monitoring COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) developments. Learn more with the AMA's COVID-19 resource center.

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What is value-based care?

Value-based care is a health care model focused on enhancing patient outcomes and quality of care. Find AMA resources on value-based care.

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Good sleep isn’t just a medical issue. It’s also an ethical one.

Experts explore a phenomenon that typifies modern life—poor sleep—and investigates medicine’s role in coming up with a solution.

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What should be the limits on animal research to benefit humans?

Animal research spiked during the COVID-19 pandemic, bringing fresh attention to its attendant ethical, clinical, legal and policy issues.

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“Medspeak” can shut down effective communication with patients

Physician efforts to deliver the right care at the right time can be foiled by using the wrong words. Get expert advice to improve communication.

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Health equity CME & education resources

Gain knowledge and learn skills from Ed Hub trusted health equity education sources to address the root causes of health inequities, and advance equity across the health care system.

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