Young person raising their hand in a classroom
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4 Min Read

For transgender kids, gender-affirming names can be lifesaving

The AMA and others file court brief explaining the medical importance of using names and pronouns consistent with students’ gender identities.

Judicial Advocacy
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10 Min Read

Mira Irons, MD, discusses CDC guidance for masks and summer camp [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 recent CDC announcements pertaining to mask guidance for summer camp and other trending topics.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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10 Min Read

Mira Irons, MD, discusses CDC guidance for masks and summer camp

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing recent CDC announcements pertaining to mask guidance for summer camp and other trending topics.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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12 Min Read

Lisa Costello, MD, MPH, on push to get vaccines into physician offices

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the roll out of COVID vaccines in provider practices and catching kids up on their immunizations.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
Physician giving child vaccine shot
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8 Min Read

What doctors wish parents knew about COVID-19 vaccination

While many parents jumped at the chance to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19, some remain hesitant. Here is what parents should know.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
May 20, 2021 ·
4 Min Read

Experts discuss behavioral health among children, adolescents & families

In this webinar, physician experts share how they identify behavioral health needs within their patient population and use behavioral health integration (BHI) to provide comprehensive, whole-person care.

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Events
AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Webinar Series
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1 Min Read

AMA commends federal support to expand pediatric mental health care access

Fund will make behavioral health care more accessible and equitable to children and adolescents.

Press Releases
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16 Min Read

Paul Offit, MD, on parent concerns for vaccinating 12-15 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 addressing concerns for vaccinating 12 to 15-year-olds.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
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16 Min Read

Paul Offit, MD, on parent concerns for vaccinating 12-15 year-olds

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by addressing concerns for vaccinating 12 to 15-year-olds.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update