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More statin guidance muddies primary prevention picture

USPSTF advises on proceeding when no cardiovascular disease history is present, differs from other recommendations on risk assessment, dosing.

Chronic Diseases
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Simple ways to deter improper antibiotic prescribing

Giving patients and physicians the right “nudge” can be part of an effective antibiotic stewardship program.

Behavioral Health
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Opioid crisis needs training emphasis in GME

Physicians adopt policy to expand clinical experience in treating addiction for residents and fellows during training.

Improve GME
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AMA presents lifetime achievement award to recently retired AAFPRS CEO

The AMA presented Stephen C. Duffy, former executive VP and CEO of the AAFPRS, with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award

Press Releases
Vineet Arora, MD
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Overcoming gender obstacles in medicine

A lack of women in leadership positions, a gender pay gap, stereotypes and self-confidence are obstacles to gender equality in medicine. A speaker at the inaugural Women in Medicine Symposium detailed these issues and discussed empowering women in medicine.

Health Equity
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New tool identifies short-term volunteer and paid opportunities

A new interactive tool, the Physician Opportunities Portal, provides physicians interested in volunteering or working outside of their normal practice settings with short-term opportunities in the field of medicine. These opportunities add stability and longevity to their careers and increase joy in practice by giving back.

Career Development
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Depression in medical residents: Rethinking training to aid wellness

A study shows one-third of medical residents suffer from depression or depressive symptoms. It’s time to take a look at the fundamental structure and function of the residency training as it relates to depression in residents.

Resident Wellness
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A growing health disparity: Life expectancy for richest, poorest Americans

The poorest men in the U.S. at age 40 have a life expectancy similar to men in Pakistan and Sudan. The richest Americans continue to add years to their lives. A study examines how income correlates with longevity—and how that’s changing.

Health Equity
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3 things you should know about CME from the JAMA Network

The JAMA network of journals offers physicians continuing medical education activities. The 11 journals are organized to fulfill state-mandated CME. It also counts toward type II MOC for a number of boards.

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