Illustration of young child sitting on a chair while getting a vaccine from a health professional; child wearing mask, and health professional wearing mask and face shield
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4 Min Read

How the pandemic sent childhood immunization rates plummeting

Research shows what happened when parents and kids stayed home—and stayed away from the doctor. Learn what’s needed to catch up.

Prevention & Wellness
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15 Min Read

An in-depth look at kids and COVID vaccines with Sandra Fryhofer, MD [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing COVID-19 vaccine authorization for children in the 5 to 11 age group.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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16 Min Read

An in-depth look at kids and COVID vaccines with Sandra Fryhofer, MD

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing COVID-19 vaccine authorization for children in the 5 to 11 age group.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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5 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Nov. 1, 2021

In the news: Pfizer COVID vaccine for 5-11 YOs, Global COVID death toll 5M+, ACIP recommends hepatitis B vaccine for those under 60, Jan. 4 deadline for COVID-19 mandates.

Publications & Newsletters
Smiling young girl pointing to an adhesive bandage on her left arm after receiving a vaccination
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4 Min Read

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5 and up: What doctors must know

Nearly 30 million more U.S. children are now eligible for lifesaving vaccination. Learn more with the AMA.

Infectious Diseases
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13 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, on recent EUA for Pfizer vaccine for 5–11-year-olds [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the recent EUA for Pfizer's COVID vaccine for 5-11-year-olds.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
Tight shot of young boy's arm with an adhesive bandage after receiving a vaccination
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3 Min Read

Seize the opportunity to vaccinate younger kids against COVID-19

The decision to authorize a reduced-dosage COVID-19 vaccine for children 5–11 years old will help our nation bring this pandemic to an end.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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13 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, on recent EUA for Pfizer vaccine for 5–11-year-olds

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the recent EUA for Pfizer's COVID vaccine for 5-11-year-olds.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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2 Min Read

Statement on ACIP guidelines for Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in children

ACIP’s recommendation is a critical step toward protecting children from COVID-19 infections and ensuring widespread vaccination in the U.S.

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