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American Medical Association (AMA)

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The American Medical Association is a professional association and lobbying group of physicians and medical students. Founded in 1847, it is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Membership was approximately 240,000 in 2016. (Wikipedia)

External link for more info: American Medical Association (AMA)

Medical Notes: May 15, 2022

>> May 15, 2022

Scientists say exposure to micro plastics is unavoidable. How did the pandemic affect rates of alcohol use? There was a 25% increase in alcohol-related deaths in 2020 compared to the previous year. And finally…the food you eat may be affecting your personality.

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)

Medical Notes: March 27, 2022

>> March 27, 2022

AI outperforms expert humans in brain surgery instruction. A new study finds brain measurements in children with ADHD not that much different than peers. And finally, the right education could decrease teen birth rates.

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)| Duke University| McGill University| National Academy of Sciences| New York University (NYU)
medical notes: week of November 21, 2021

Medical Notes: November 21, 2021

>> November 21, 2021

A new analysis in the journal JAMA Network Open finds that most insurance companies are no longer waiving co-pays and deductibles for Covid hospitalization. Plus, a study finds depression rates are even higher now than they were in 2020. 17% of four and five year-olds get put on medication when diagnosed with ADHD. And finally, teenage girls have been …

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)

Medical Notes: Week of December 6, 2020

>> December 6, 2020

Doctors are continuing to find new ways among old drugs to cut the damage done by Covid-19. Then, if you live out in the quiet countryside, you may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s Disease. And finally, a study finds that, especially during the pandemic, video games can be good for your mental health and well being.

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)| Oxford University

Medical Notes: Week of October 20, 2019

>> October 20, 2019

A new study shows that americans’ diets are getting better… but only by a little. Then, if someone gets a new diagnosis of hearing loss, getting a hearing aid will lower their risk of being diagnosed with dementia, depression, or anxiety. And finally, if you want to feel better about your spouse, look at pictures of him or her along with pictures of cute …

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)

Medical Notes: Week of September 8, 2019

>> September 8, 2019

A new study shows that people are more likely to have heart disease if they're genetically predisposed to insomnia. Then, vaping is being called a “gateway drug” for marijuana use… After a new study showing it can more than triple the risk of becoming a pot smoker. And finally… if you want toddlers to learn something, don’t use video.

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)

Medical Notes: Week of April 7, 2019

>> April 7, 2019

The average american eats enough eggs a week to raise risk for heart attack or death. Then, a study indicating common heartburn medications are being linked to kidney failure and chronic kidney disease. And finally, your Apple watch might be able to detect an irregular heart beat.

institutions/organizations: American College of Cardiology| American Medical Association (AMA)
Using Naloxone for Drug Overdoses

Using Naloxone for Drug Overdoses

>> September 9, 2018

The drug Naloxone has been hailed as a lifesaver, as it can reverse the effects of what would otherwise be fatal opioid overdoses. Expert panels recommend that more average citizens carry it, especially those likely to be in contact with drug users. However, obstacles including cost prevent even some first responders from having access. A new study also …

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)| Bloomberg School of Public Health| Johns Hopkins University| Texas A&M University

Medical Notes: Week of May 27, 2018

>> May 27, 2018

A study with new evidence to support the hygiene hypothesis, a link between exercise and macular degeneration, and how complaining impacts morale in the workplace.

institutions/organizations: American Medical Association (AMA)

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