AfPA is a national network of policy-minded health care providers who advocate for patient-centered care.
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The PREEMIE Reauthorization Act supports continued research and efforts to improve outcomes for babies.
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Could a routine well-woman exam help identify migraine? Advocates say a few simple questions could make a meaningful difference for women's health.
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November is #HyperhidrosisAwarenessMonth, a time to raise awareness for the 385 million people around the world who live with extreme sweating.
@WeKnowSweat offers more information about treatment options and support for hyperhidrosis: bit.ly/4jUiUbc
Insurance barriers shouldn’t stand between patients and evidence-based substance use disorder treatment.
@GrawertLauren, MD, an addiction psychiatrist, shares the policy changes that could help close the gap.
Read her insights in AfPA’s latest Q&A: bit.ly/4f0txWx
November is #NationalDiabetesMonth.
Obesity raises the risk of type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, and high cholesterol. Expanding access to effective obesity treatment can help lower these risks and support better long-term health.
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Olivia Perry, coalition director for the @GoutAlliance, joined the @GoutEducation's national podcast, “Kicking Gout in the Acid,” to discuss the barriers that can prevent gout patients from accessing timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment and ongoing gout care. 🎙️
The conversation highlighted how misinformation, stigma and insurance requirements can stand in the way of care and the role advocacy organizations play in advancing policies that improve access to gout treatment.
🎧 Listen to the episode now: bit.ly/4e5dkPB
Skin lupus affects many people, yet it often receives less attention than systemic lupus, and treatment options remain limited. Greater awareness can help drive progress.
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Insurance barriers can delay access to evidence-based substance use disorder treatment. Lauren Grawert, MD, highlights opportunities for policy change to help address these challenges.
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More than 60 million American adults live with a mental health condition each year, yet cost, provider shortages and coverage restrictions keep many from care.
Psychiatrists Rimal B. Bera, MD, and Humaira Siddiqi, MD, DFAPA, explore emerging treatments and patient access in AfPA’s new white paper: bit.ly/4zQSID8
This #ADHDAwarenessMonth, learn why recognizing overlooked symptoms and addressing barriers to care are essential to helping patients get the support they need.
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Today is #AmyloidosisAwarenessDay.
Amyloidosis is often missed or mistaken for other conditions, delaying treatment for patients who need it. Recognizing the signs early can change outcomes.
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Postpartum depression can have a profound impact on new mothers, yet barriers to care can make it difficult to access the support and treatment they need.
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#DYK? Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, is a disease in which the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick, making it harder to pump blood and potentially disrupting heart rhythm.
Expanding access to genetic testing can help identify at-risk patients and families earlier. Learn more: bit.ly/4ntZtpk
Clinical guidelines can shape treatment and access. Keeping them current matters.
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Why get screened for lung cancer? @JVelottaMD, explains how early detection saves lives. Studies show screening can lower lung cancer deaths by more than 20%.
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Biomarker testing can help diagnose neurological diseases earlier and guide more personalized treatment. For progressive conditions, that time can make a real difference in quality of life.
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Obesity is a chronic disease that raises the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. With proper treatment and coverage, Medicare patients can find their way to a healthier, happier life.
Learn more about Medicare coverage of obesity treatments: bit.ly/46cGRQZ
RSV season is here. Updated guidance expands protection for children.
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The Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention Act, or #ASAPAct, would strengthen Medicare coverage for innovative tools that support earlier Alzheimer’s detection.
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#DYK? 2.5 million Americans have uncontrolled asthma. Personalized care can help ensure every patient gets the treatment that works for them.
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