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CAFP Updated Resolutions

Did you know that CAFP members can help shape CAFP policy by submitting a Resolution? While the majority of resolutions are submitted at the annual All member Advocacy Meeting (AMAM), CAFP members can submit a resolution for consideration by the CAFP Board of Directors (BOD) at any time during the year.  All Resolutions and their […]

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Show & Tell: Semaglutide for Weight Loss: Focus on Mental Health Implications

By Janani Sankaran, MD, MBA, FAAFP Semaglutide continues to gain popularity, with prescriptions for weight loss steadily increasing. Discussions about its mental health effects, including the phenomenon called “Ozempic Personality,” are becoming more frequent. An international study analyzed over 45,000 social media posts to assess perceptions of the mental health impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists. […]

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California Academy of Family Physicians Recognizes Educator and Patient Advocate Dr. Moazzum Bajwa as 2024 Family Physician of the Year

The California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP) has recognized Moazzum Bajwa, MD as the 2024 Family Physician of the Year. CAFP presents this award to an individual who exhibits the finest qualities of family physicians, and who goes above and beyond in service to patients, community, and colleagues. Dr. Bajwa was presented with the prestigious […]

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CAFP Webinar October 10

Get the inside scoop on candidate races and ballot measures that will impact your practices, profession, and the patients you serve. This webinar will feature special guest and family physican Jack Chou, MD, who will discuss Proposition 35 and answer any burning questions you have about the initiative. Register HERE

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Call for Nominees to the CAFP Board of Directors

In accordance with CAFP bylaws, each fall the CAFP Board Governance Committee is tasked with identifying and nominating potential Board and Governance Committee candidates, for election by the delegates to the All Member Advocacy Meeting (AMAM). We are currently accepting nominations for the following openings in 2025. Please email CAFP Governance Manager Morgan Cleveland (mcleveland@familydocs.org) […]

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Vote 2024 in the Family Docs Store

Shop the latest in the CAFP store, including our new collection of Vote 2024 products. Be sure to tag us on social media wearing or using your items and we'll give you a shout-out! You can visit the Family Docs Store HERE.

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Governor Newsom Vetoes AB 2250

We are deeply disappointed that @CAGovernor has vetoed #AB2250, a crucial bill aimed at addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) that impact millions of Californians. This bill would have been a major step toward improving health equity by providing coverage for SDOH screenings and ensuring patients had access to community health workers, peer support specialists, […]

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Oct 10 Webinar: Your Vote, Your Voice: Shaping the Future of Primary Care in California

Building off the energetic momentum of CAFP’s September webinar on helping your patients, family, and friends get registered to vote, CAFP brings you a new webinar focused on important statewide races and ballot initiatives important to family physicians. Get the inside scoop on candidate races and ballot measures that will impact your practices, profession, and […]

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National Voter Registration Day September 17

National Voter Registration Day is today! It is the biggest voter registration day of the year and a nonpartisan holiday celebrated across the nation. Together we have a profound opportunity to ensure that every eligible voter is empowered to vote. Your vote impacts the health of your family and friends. 🏥 Take 2 min to […]

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