House Speaker to Address Physicians' Day at Capitol
January 18, 2024
Speaker of the House Melissa Hortman will be the guest speaker at this year’s Physicians’ Day at the Capitol on February 28.
State Hires News Center for Health Equity Director
January 18, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has hired Odichinma (Odi) Akosionu-DeSouza as its new director of the Center for Health Equity (CHE).
February 2 Virtual Forum to Discuss the Rise of Congenital Syphilis in Minnesota
January 18, 2024
The MMA and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) will present a virtual forum on “Rising Congenital Syphilis in Minnesota: A Special Briefing for Health Care Providers” from noon to 1 pm on February 2, as part of the MMA’s Physician Forums series.
New Law Helps Minnesotans with Rare Diseases Access More Specialists
January 11, 2024
As of January 1, Minnesota patients with rare diseases will have better access to appropriate specialists who may be out-of-network.
MMA Foundation Awards First MCAT® Fee Relief Grant
January 11, 2024
Kina Msuya, a pre-med student at St. Olaf College, is the MMA Foundation’s (MMAF) first MCAT® Fee Relief grant recipient.
AMA Offers Guidance on Why and How Orgs Must Prioritize Physician Well-being
January 11, 2024
If you are considering strategies to help you thrive at work, the AMA has curated a series of toolkits, videos, podcasts, and ready-to-use tools to help you create positive change in your practice.
State Launches New Recuperative Care Program
January 4, 2024
On January 1, the Minnesota Department of Human Services launched its new Recuperative Care program that covers medical care and support services to Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) members who are experiencing homelessness and are unable to recover from a physical illness, but don't need to be hospitalized.
“Red Flag” Law Now in Effect in Minnesota
January 4, 2024
As of January 1, families and law enforcement in Minnesota can use an extreme risk protection order (ERPO) to temporarily restrict firearm access for those at risk of harming themselves or others.
Physicians Urged to Ask Patients/Families About Recalled Apple Puree Products
January 4, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is urging Minnesota physicians to ask patients and their families about whether they have consumed apple cinnamon puree pouches that were recalled in late October because of high levels of lead in those products. MDH is also asking pregnant patients about whether they have consumed recalled apple cinnamon puree, as adults may also consume these snacks.
Volunteer Openings Available on MMA Policy Committees and the Policy Council
January 4, 2024
Volunteer positions are available on each of the following MMA policy committees of the MMA Board of Trustees: Ethics and Medical-Legal Affairs; Equity in Access & Quality; Finance & Audit; and Public Health.
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