South Carolina CME Requirements

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How—and why—to use telehealth to combat mental health crisis

COVID-19 exacerbated the mental health crisis. Learn how physician practices, among other key players, can use digital health tools to stem the tide.

Digital
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Amid new CDC advice, AMA president will mask up to protect others

CDC metrics mean most Americans now live in mask-optional areas. AMA President Dr. Harmon chooses to wear his mask to protect those most at risk.

Infectious Diseases
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Gerald Harmon, MD, on the 5 actions needed to defeat COVID, rebuild trust

AMA President Gerald E. Harmon, MD, addressed the National Press Club about the five actions needed to defeat COVID-19 and rebuild trust.

Speeches
Lorna Breen, MD
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Congress passes Dr. Lorna Breen Act to promote physician mental health

President Biden is expected to sign the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act to support physician mental health.

Physician Health
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At National Press Club, AMA marks two years of the COVID-19 pandemic

MedPac recommended that Congress link physician payment updates to medical inflation.

Press Releases
https://youtu.be/GRAV8LIxD5g
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Why prior authorization is bad for patients and bad for business

Prior authorization delays care that leads to negative clinical outcomes for patients that can interfere with the responsibilities of their jobs.

Prior Authorization
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To promote vaccine boosters, explain how medical knowledge grows

A “pandemic of mistrust” is impeding the COVID-19 fight, says AMA President Gerald Harmon, MD. Learn how doctors in the community can overcome it.

Infectious Diseases
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Gerald Harmon, MD, on what to know about COVID-19 therapeutics [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing therapeutics for COVID-19.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
Peter Hotez, MD, PhD
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Vaccine champion Dr. Peter Hotez lands one of AMA’s highest honors

The Houston vaccine developer and physician-scientist is one of four Texas doctors honored for stepping up big during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more.

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