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AMA Advocacy issue briefs

Download PDFs of issue briefs that summarize key health policy issues by providing concise and digestible content for both relevant stakeholders and those who may know little about the topic.

Federal Advocacy
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9 to-the-point JAMA resources for pediatricians to share with their patients

Unfounded medical advice pervades the internet, but these articles from the JAMA Network set the record straight on issues affecting kids.

Population Health
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AMA statement on ACIP meeting

New process and recommendations leave parents confused about how best to protect their kids and unable to choose combined MMRV vaccine for children under 4 years.

Press Releases
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What doctors wish patients knew about women's sleep health

From puberty to menopause, women face unique sleep struggles. Lindsay McCullough, MD, of Rush Medical Group, discusses how to improve sleep quality.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Sept. 12, 2025: National Advocacy Update

HHS releases highly anticipated MAHA Strategy Report and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 1, 2025

In the news: Florida moves to end vaccine mandates, OTC nasal spray may help prevent COVID, CDC tracking rabies outbreaks and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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What doctors wish parents knew about when to seek emergency care

Unsure if your child needs the emergency department, urgent care or a checkup? William Lennarz, MD, of Ochsner Children’s, shares how parents can decide.

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Population Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Aug. 25, 2025

In the news: Americans less likely to reach adulthood, FDA limits COVID vaccine approval, more infants immunized for RSV, human screwworm reaches U.S. and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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6 physician-approved ways to help kids thrive this school year

Pareen Shah Thakral, MD, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics Fannin, shares key tips to help families and physicians prepare kids for a healthy school year.

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Population Health
Health System Spotlight