Globe and stethoscope
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4 Min Read

Physicians united: Here’s why pulling out of WHO is a big mistake

Speaking in unity, physician leaders voice disapproval of withdrawing from the World Health Organization and urge Congress to retain the relationship.

Prevention & Wellness
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5 Min Read

Pandemic shines spotlight on chronic disease prevention priority

The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted in several directions, but one thing is clear: chronic disease prevention must be a priority in health care.

Infectious Diseases
Woman monitors blood pressure at home
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4 Min Read

Strengthening long-distance care for chronic disease patients

As many patients with chronic disease reconsider seeking care due to COVID-19 exposure concerns, what should physicians do to help?

Prevention & Wellness
3 Min Read

AMA Declaration of Professional Responsibility

The AMA Declaration of Professional Responsibility reaffirms physicians’ commitment to combat natural and man-made assaults on the health and wellbeing of humankind.

Prevention & Wellness
1 Min Read

Physician resources: health education materials for your patients

Download the PDF, Caring for the Caregiver: A Guide for Physicians, to review helpful resources for physicians, their patients and their caregivers—or patients who care for others.

Prevention & Wellness
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3 Min Read

Distracted driving: Most states aren’t cracking down on deadly practice

Eight Americans are killed every day in a car crash involving a distracted driver, and more than 1,000 are injured daily in such accidents, says the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Prevention & Wellness
Woman working on a touch screen board
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6 Min Read

At Ochsner, innovation happens inside and outside system’s walls

Much has changed since it was founded in 1942, but Ochsner Health System has kept alive its legacy as a physician-run group focused on seeking better answers.

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Scope of Practice
Health System Spotlight
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20 Min Read

Thinking outside the box to improve inpatient outcomes

Learn from Ochsner Health System’s Richard Milani, MD, about innovations that can make hospitals safer spaces for patients.

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Prevention & Wellness
Moving Medicine Podcast
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4 Min Read

New decade, new you: Encourage patients to follow these 10 health tips

Help patients kick the 2020s off to a roaring, healthy start with this timely advice from the AMA.

Prevention & Wellness