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New insurer data shows parity gaps in mental vs physical health care

For the first time, health insurance companies’ own data can be used to more accurately pinpoint where increased access to care is needed and payment disparity exists.

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AMA statement on Rx and Illicit Drug Summit

Physicians, pharmacists, public health leaders, and policymakers must work together to ensure patients with OUD and pain can access timely, evidence-based care.

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Infectious Diseases Routine Screening for Patients with SUD

Join the American Medical Association to explore practical approaches to implementing routine screening for patients with substance use disorder. 

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Implementing Routine Screening Series
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What states can do to boost treatment for substance-use disorders

State policies can go a long way with an evidence-based approach that prevents overdoses and saves lives. Learn more with the AMA.

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Medical student’s research on overdose training wins $10,000 prize

Osteopathic medical student Addison Shenk won the 2025 AMA Research Challenge with her naloxone-simulation training project.

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AMA welcomes expanded access to treatment for substance use disorder

The AMA welcomes new federal efforts to expand access to substance use disorder treatment, recovery support, and mental health care.

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AMA statement on federal grant terminations for mental health, SUD care

The AMA is deeply concerned about the termination of federal grant funding for programs that support substance use disorder and mental health care.

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Time for decisive action on substance-use disorder treatment

Progress is being made to prevent overdose deaths, but about 75,000 lives are still lost annually. The AMA outlines aggressive steps to save more lives.

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AMA 2025 report on substance use and treatment

New report shows drop in overdose deaths and calls on policymakers to remove obstacles to evidence-based care. 

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