National Medical Association Latest Press Releaseshttp://pressroom.prlog.org/NMAEXTERNALAFFAIRS/National Medical Association Latest Press Releases NMA Asserts the Need to Protect Premature Infants from RSVhttp://www.prlog.org/12061775-nma-asserts-the-need-to-protect-premature-infants-from-rsv.htmlRespiratory Synctial Virus can be fatal in premature infants, and more deadly than the flu. Treatment guidelines that restrict access to care potentially put children at risk; particularly African American children.Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:25:31 GMT NMA Commends President Obama’s Actions on Gun Violence but Issues Cautiohttp://www.prlog.org/12061773-nma-commends-president-obamas-actions-on-gun-violence-but-issues-cautio.htmlThe nation’s largest association of African American physicians sees gun violence as a major health crisis which demands aggressive action. The organization also cites the need for caution and patient protection.Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:20:56 GMT The NMA's Physicians Offer Condolenceshttp://www.prlog.org/12045796-the-nmas-physicians-offer-condolences.htmlThe National Medical Association Expresses Grief and Heartfelt Sympathy Over the Horrific Shootings in Newtown, Connecticut. The President, an expert in forensic psychiatry, offers insight into the unthinkable.Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:52:02 GMT National Medical Association Installs Ingrid Taylor, MD as Chair of the Board of Trusteeshttp://www.prlog.org/11975324-national-medical-association-installs-ingrid-taylor-md-as-chair-of-the-board-of-trustees.htmlThe National Medical Association (NMA) is proud to announce the election of Ingrid Taylor, MD as Chair of the Board of Trustees.Fri, 14 Sep 2012 18:44:26 GMT NMA Announces its 2012-2013 Leadershiphttp://www.prlog.org/11954073-nma-announces-its-2012-2013-leadership.htmlThe NMA recently installed an impressive roster of physicians for the 2012-2013 term during its Annual Conference and Scientific Assembly held in New Orleans, Louisiana.Mon, 20 Aug 2012 18:05:43 GMT Physicians To Join Children, Teens At Fitness Walk and Health FestivaLhttp://www.prlog.org/11931997-physicians-to-join-children-teens-at-fitness-walk-and-health-festival.htmlNational Medical Association Urges More Exercise to Help Reverse Rise in ObesityMon, 23 Jul 2012 23:13:44 GMT NMA's 110th Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly in New Orleans, LAhttp://www.prlog.org/11930283-nmas-110th-annual-convention-scientific-assembly-in-new-orleans-la.htmlThe Nation’s African American Physicians Convene to Address Changing Landscape of Health in the United StatesFri, 20 Jul 2012 23:45:38 GMT NMA Condemns the U.S. House of Representatives Vote To Repeal ACAhttp://www.prlog.org/11923989-nma-condemns-the-us-house-of-representatives-vote-to-repeal-aca.htmlThe House of Representatives offers no alternative to provide care for uninsured patients.Fri, 13 Jul 2012 18:15:50 GMT The NMA Applauds the U.S. Supreme Court for Upholding the Affordable Care Acthttp://www.prlog.org/11911671-the-nma-applauds-the-us-supreme-court-for-upholding-the-affordable-care-act.htmlMillions of lives impacted and another step towards the elimination of health disparitiesThu, 28 Jun 2012 17:31:46 GMT Nation’s Oldest and Largest Association of African American Physicians Convenes 2012 Colloquiumhttp://www.prlog.org/11832633-nations-oldest-and-largest-association-of-african-american-physicians-convenes-2012-colloquium.htmlThe National Medical Association brings physicians and lawmakers together to address the countries health issues.Fri, 23 Mar 2012 22:14:11 GMT The National Medical Association Supports the Repeal of the Independent Payment Advisory Boardhttp://www.prlog.org/11825371-the-national-medical-association-supports-the-repeal-of-the-independent-payment-advisory-board.htmlThe nation’s association of African American physicians continue to rally against IPAB and call for a fix of the Sustainable Growth Rate.Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:39:17 GMT NMA and OurHealth Media Network Partner to Create Historic Publication Honoring Black Physicianshttp://www.prlog.org/11787441-nma-and-ourhealth-media-network-partner-to-create-historic-publication-honoring-black-physicians.htmlA historical book, showcasing stellar accomplishments of renowned and legendary black physicians, is being developed by the National Medical Association (NMA) and OurHealth Media Network.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:37:43 GMT Medical Organizations of Physicians Support Central Blood Pressure Assessmenthttp://www.prlog.org/11764910-medical-organizations-of-physicians-support-central-blood-pressure-assessment.htmlThe organizations target health disparities and improved diagnosis and treatment of hypertension in minority populations with a valuable assessment tool.Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:21:33 GMT Statement on Prostate Specific Antigen National Medical Association’s Urology Section’s Expertshttp://www.prlog.org/11725950-statement-on-prostate-specific-antigen-national-medical-associations-urology-sections-experts.htmlSignificant racial disparities exist for African American men diagnosed with prostate cancer. In fact, African American men have a 60% higher incidence of the disease and 2-fold higher mortality compared to other ethnic groups in the United States.Wed, 16 Nov 2011 18:50:42 GMT NMA to Sponsor Clinical Research Discussion for Houston’s Minority Communityhttp://www.prlog.org/11685098-nma-to-sponsor-clinical-research-discussion-for-houstons-minority-community.htmlThe National Medical Association has partnered with the Houston Medical Forum and MD Anderson Cancer Center/Department of Health Disparities Research to host “Partners in Health: How You Can Make a Difference in Medicine."Wed, 05 Oct 2011 17:38:27 GMT NMA Installs 112th President at its Annual Convention and Scientific Assemblyhttp://www.prlog.org/11644509-nma-installs-112th-president-at-its-annual-convention-and-scientific-assembly.htmlThe nation is at a pivotal point in its history as it now looks to implement the Affordable Care Act. Dr. Cedric Bright is poised to be a clear and resounding voice for physicians and their patientsThu, 01 Sep 2011 22:20:59 GMT