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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 9, 2024

In the news: Life expectancy in U.S., EPA ban on carcinogens in everyday items, flu vaccinations among kids, USPSTF on cervical cancer screening and more.

Publications & Newsletters
Child with with hand foot and mouth disease
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10 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about hand, foot and mouth disease

This contagious infection, more common in kids, is uncomfortable for everyone. Terry Yen, MD, of Texas Children’s Urgent Care, shares more. 

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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6 Min Read

Inequitable rural health trends are alarming—and unacceptable

AMA commits to improving the health of rural patients by easing doctor shortages and taking action against negative cancer and pediatric care trends.

Population Health
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24 Min Read

Navigating social media’s impact on young people with Melissa Garretson, MD

In this episode of the Moving Medicine podcast, in collaboration with PermanenteDocs Chat, learn about the challenges adolescents face online and how physicians can support their overall health.

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Population Health
Moving Medicine Podcast
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7 Min Read

Prioritizing pediatric mental health through value-based care

With a nationwide mental health crisis, pediatricians at Privia Health are embracing value-based care to keep children’s well-being top of mind.  

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Payment & Delivery Models
Health System Spotlight
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11 Min Read

Bird flu in California, walking pneumonia in kids and more viruses going around at the moment 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about viruses going around this season.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
AMA Update for Dec. 4, 2024: Bird flu in California, walking pneumonia in kids and more viruses going around at the moment 2024
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11 Min Read

Bird flu in California, walking pneumonia in kids and more viruses going around at the moment 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about viruses going around this season.

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Prevention & Wellness
AMA Update
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6 Min Read

How pediatricians use AI tools to speed diagnosis, help kids

AMA member and pediatrician Colleen Kraft, MD, encourages physicians to put test out whether the tech is the right fit for their practice. 

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Digital
Fighting for Physicians
Lyndsay Harshman, MD
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9 Min Read

Finding the right fit with clinical care and research

Pediatric nephrologist Lyndsay Harshman, MD, MS, expertly balances delivering excellent care with leading research to further advance her field.

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Physician Health
Health System Spotlight