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What doctors wish patients knew about type 2 diabetes prevention

A prediabetes diagnosis or family history doesn’t mean type 2 diabetes is inevitable. A family physician shares advice on preventing type 2 diabetes.

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

Despite metformin’s benefits for prediabetes, Rx rates lag

Data from 50,000 patients shows that few of those at higher risk are prescribed the drug shown to help prevent progression to diabetes.

Prevention & Wellness
Nov 14, 2023 ·
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AMA Prediabetes Quality Measures

Experts share real-world applications on how to make simple changes in your clinic routine to treat prediabetes.

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AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
Nov 1, 2023 ·
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A Team-Based Approach to Treating Prediabetes

Experts share real-world applications on how to make simple changes in your clinic routine to treat prediabetes.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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3 Min Read

How Prisma Health is making great strides in diabetes prevention

South Carolina’s biggest health system gives its 600 primary care doctors actionable patient insights in the flow of care. Learn more with the AMA.

Prevention & Wellness
Karen L. Smith, MD, and Karen Scherr, MD, PhD
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4 Min Read

4 ways to improve patient uptake on diabetes prevention

As the prevalence of diabetes continues to rise, the urgent need to address disparities and enhance prevention efforts becomes increasingly apparent.

Prevention & Wellness
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4 Min Read

Diabetes prevention works. Here’s how to keep patients engaged.

With type 2 diabetes prevalence rising, the power of prevention can’t be overstated. Find out how a focused effort is paying off.

Prevention & Wellness
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Henry Ford Health tailors EHR to boost diabetes prevention

The EHR can pose a clerical burden for physicians, but harnessing its might can improve patient outcomes. Learn more with the AMA.

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Prevention & Wellness
Health System Spotlight
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4 Min Read

Only 1 in 3 patients is active enough. Here’s how to help.

Physical inactivity can lead to obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer. Learn how to get more patients moving more often.

Prevention & Wellness