How to answer patients' questions about vaccinations

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Contents
  1. For physicians
  2. For your patients
  3. More AMA vaccination resources

With the increase in conflicting information about vaccines, some patients may be confused about how to keep their families and themselves healthy.

The AMA encourages patients to talk to their doctor. Physicians have the proper training and knowledge to help patients make informed health care decisions. Find helpful tips here to start those conversations, for physicians and patients.

For physicians

How to talk to your patients about vaccines

The AMA offers guidance to help physicians navigate conversations with patients about vaccines and build trust. 

Vaccine Physician flyer preview updated

For your patients

Why vaccines matter to your health

This guide helps patients understand how vaccines work and why they should get them.

Vaccine Patient flyer preview

More AMA vaccination resources

Stay up to date on the latest vaccination news, guidance, research, advocacy and continuing medical education (CME) from the AMA. 

Respiratory vaccines CME

Understand the latest research on respiratory vaccines and how vaccines remain one of the best tools physicians have to protect patient health. 

Learn on AMA Ed Hub™

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