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Michael Botticelli, director of National Drug Control Policy speaking at 2016 National Advocacy Conference
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Federal government and physicians: Working together to end opioid epidemic

Director of National Drug Control Policy addresses physician leaders on essential role they play fighting opioid epidemic. Working together with federal government, physicians can help with policy design.

Behavioral Health
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Governors, physicians call for end to nation’s opioid epidemic

The AMA issues a joint statement with representatives of the NGA and HHS to call for an end to the nation's opioid epidemic.

Press Releases
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A call to action: Physicians must turn the tide of the opioid epidemic

AMA president cites alarming increase in deaths due to opioid epidemic and calls on physicians to lead the battle to end the crisis. He outlines 5 steps physicians can take to turn the tide.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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Putting patient at the center of pain management: Fighting opioid crisis

When it comes to the comprehensive management for chronic pain, recognize that patients with a history of alcoholism or substance use disorder are at higher risk for abuse, and should be managed very carefully.

Behavioral Health
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Top 4 issues physicians will take to state legislatures in 2016

Team-based care, fighting opioid epidemic, managed care, and public health are among the 4 top issues for medical associations and policymakers as state legislatures convene for the new year.

State Advocacy
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AMA suggests changes to CDC policies on opioids

The AMA today released comments on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) proposed opioid prescription policy.

Press Releases
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Experts explain how to end opioid overdose epidemic

A panel of experts offered ways physicians could help end the opioid overdose epidemic and improve patient care. Among the suggestions were rethinking prescribing practices and the effective use of PDMPs.

Behavioral Health
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Now comes the hard part: Turning national attention into action

We know that more than 24,000 Americans die from a prescription opioid or heroin-related overdose every year. Last month in Charleston, the president, the AMA and dozens of national and local organizations from across the country pledged to take action.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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AMA partners with the administration to halt nation's opioid crisis

The AMA is extremely pleased that President Obama is undertaking initiatives to halt the nation's opioid crisis.

Press Releases