Allergy List Versus Intolerances/Side Effects List

Year: 2015

Resolution Number: 17

Action Taken: Disapproved

Status:

Author(s): Jayne E. Courts, MD

Sponsor: Domenic R. Federico, MD

On behalf of:

Committee: E (Science and Education Affairs)

Resolved Section(s):
RESOLVED: That MSMS work with appropriate state and local stakeholders, including Michigan’s six medical schools, to develop and distribute education regarding the need for a clear division in the “Allergy” section of the medical chart, distinguishing allergic reactions from intolerances/side effects of medications; and be it furtherRESOLVED: That the American Medical Association work with appropriate national stakeholders to develop and distribute education regarding the need for a clear division in the “Allergy” section of the medical chart, distinguishing allergic reactions from intolerances/side effects of medications.

Fiscal Note: NULL

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