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8 Min Read

10 JAMA women’s health resources to share with patients

These JAMA Patient Pages explore common female health conditions, including how they are prevented, detected and treated.

Population Health
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5 Min Read

The AMA is committed to reversing the maternal mortality crisis

Every birth in America should be safe, and every mother and baby should leave the hospital with the promise of health, hope and opportunity. 

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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2 Min Read

AMA adopts policy opposing efforts to limit access to fertility care

The new policy recognizes IVF as an important part of infertility treatment options that should be offered to patients.

Press Releases
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6 Min Read

Population health approach boosts breast-cancer screening outcomes

Atlantic Health uses a team-based model to expand access and improve care for patients at high risk for breast cancer.

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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13 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about ovarian cancer prevention

What is known about risk factors has not translated into practical ways to prevent most cases of ovarian cancer. Three ob-gyns share what to keep in mind.

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

What doctors wish patients knew about menopause

Menopause is often accompanied by discomfort, though symptom severity does vary. Three ob-gyns share how to navigate this transformative period.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
Smiling patient listens to health care worker
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5 Min Read

Chicago unites in bold new model to transform breast cancer care

Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center is participating in a collaborative model to prioritize patients at all stages of disease, including “thrivers.”

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Chronic Diseases
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

New JAMA channel will amplify research on women’s health

The JAMA Network is shining a light on research, opinions and health care policy related to women’s health with a new JAMA+ channel devoted to the topic.

Population Health
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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™