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AMA statement on changes to childhood vaccine schedule

The AMA is deeply concerned by recent changes to the childhood immunization schedule that affects the health and safety of millions of children.

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The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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Confused about vaccines? Talk with your physician

The AMA is encouraging patients to ask their physicians about vaccination, which is one of the most effective ways to protect your family’s health.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 15, 2025

In the news: U.S. measles elimination status at risk, CDC adopts major shift in hepatitis B vaccine policy, DTaP vaccination rates fall across U.S. and more.

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What doctors wish patients knew about family immunizations

Vaccines save millions of lives each year. Two infectious diseases physicians discuss the key role they should play for the loved ones in your family.

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AMA statement on CDC’s hepatitis B birth dose decision

Roll back fuels vaccine confusion and doubt, reverses progress against preventable deaths.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 8, 2025

In the news: Changes to federal vaccine recommendations, GLP-1s and obesity-related cancer risk, uterine fibroids may raise heart disease risk and more.

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AMA statement on ACIP meeting

ACIP’s vote to weaken birth-dose recommendation for Hepatitis B vaccine is reckless and undermines decades of public confidence in a proven, lifesaving vaccine

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 1, 2025

In the news: The latest on GLP-1 recommendations and risks, shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risks and more. 

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Respiratory virus vaccine recommendations

Find the latest medical society recommendations on respiratory virus vaccines. 

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