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11 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, on third dose vaccines for the immunocompromised

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing how will the Delta variant impact return-to-school plans.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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5 Min Read

Leading medical groups urge upholding minors’ right to consent to medical care

In two new briefs, groups urge court to dismiss challenge to D.C. minor consent law.

Press Releases
Teenager receiving vaccine
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4 Min Read

D.C. law letting teens choose COVID-19 vaccination should stand

AMA joins others to file brief backing 2020 law that allows minors capable of informed consent to make the lifesaving medical decision for themselves.

Judicial Advocacy
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12 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, discusses Delta variant impact on young and old [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 emerging trend with the Delta variant.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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12 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, discusses Delta variant impact on young and old

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 emerging trend with the Delta variant.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
Young child wearing a face mask
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5 Min Read

When kids struggle with wearing masks, here’s how doctors can help

With COVID-19’s Delta variant surging, wearing a mask is key. Learn about some good counseling tips for doctors to share with parents to help children wear masks.

Population Health
Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH
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10 Min Read

Q&A: How COVID-19 has expanded spotlight on mental health

Mental health in the age of COVID-19, says AMA member Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH, has created an increased focus on stigmas, health equity and youth.

Behavioral Health
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10 Min Read

Mira Irons, MD, discusses COVID-19 trends and new CDC guidance [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 latest hotspot trends and new CDC guidance for schools.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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10 Min Read

Mira Irons, MD, discusses COVID-19 trends and new CDC guidance

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 latest hotspot trends and new CDC guidance for schools.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update