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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 18, 2024

In the news: Half U.S. adults eligible for semaglitude, low vaccination rates for respiratory season, 1 in 10 has high cholesterol and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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Mpox resource center

The World Health Organization has declared the global mpox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Stay informed with the latest updates from the AMA.

Infectious Diseases
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On cybersecurity, physicians must always be on their toes

Ransomware and other cyberattacks are becoming a national security threat, experts say. Explore timely advice and AMA resources to mitigate the risks. 

Digital
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 11, 2024

In the news: Many Americans have long COVID, U.S. adults unaware they have hypertension, STI rates trend down, measles cases continue to rise and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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These health systems are using AI to make meaningful change

Augmented intelligence (AI) is a top priority for many organizations, but some are unable to deliver. AMA Health System Program members show the way.

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Health System Spotlight
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Declaration of Helsinki revised to modernize research ethics standards

World Medical Association’s ethical research standards modernized on 60th anniversary to address evolving risks, ensure respect for all participants.

Office of International Relations
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First step to a saner inbox: Set clear patient expectations

No, the page-long symptoms list with the dreaded “Thoughts?” closer isn’t the best use of the patient portal. Learn how to head off such messages.

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Fighting for Physicians
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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
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Add 2 hours of daily activity, cut 2 hours of TV for good health

Being more physically active each day increases the odds of healthy aging by 6%. More sleep was also important, says a JAMA Network Open study.

Prevention & Wellness