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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of May 10, 2021

In the news: CDC guidance on COVID, masking, administration to prohibit discrimination in health care on gender id, sexual orientation, Pfizer vaccine for 12-15 year-olds.

Publications & Newsletters
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Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine OK’d for ages 12–15: What doctors must know

The move opens major front in effort to protect kids, help them return to normal activities and stop the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. Learn more with the AMA.

Infectious Diseases
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AMA on ACIP recommendation for use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in teens

ACIP recommendation supporting use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in 12–15-year-olds is one critical step closer to goal of achieving widespread vaccination. 

Press Releases
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Why a federal court upheld ban on flavored tobacco products

The AMA and other advocates outlined the positive impact a San Diego ban will have on the health of young people and Black people.

Judicial Advocacy
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AMA to states: Stop interfering in health care of transgender children

AMA to governors: forgoing gender-affirming care can have tragic health consequences, both mental and physical.

Press Releases
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of April 19, 2021

In the news: U.S. network to track variants, Americans 16+ eligible for COVID vaccines, COVID vaccines and pregnant women, COVID tied to risk of death, chronic conditions in 6 months.

Publications & Newsletters
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April 23, 2021: State Advocacy Update

Montana bill prohibiting gender transition care for minors defeated and more in the latest State Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update
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AMA applauds nationwide 16+ vaccination eligibility

AMA urges: "It's now your turn" to get vaccinated.

Press Releases
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James Campbell, MD, MS, with the latest on teen vaccine trials

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 vaccine development for teens and children.

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