AMA Update for Oct. 9, 2024: More cases of bird flu in California, new avian flu testing, Rwanda Marburg virus outbreak update
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More cases of bird flu in California, new avian flu testing, Rwanda Marburg virus outbreak update

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new avian flu testing and more.

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8 things doctors wish patients knew about flu vaccines

The flu season, which runs from October through May, can be severe. But getting the influenza vaccine can help reduce the risk of severe outcomes.

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COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) resource center for physicians

The AMA is closely monitoring COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) developments. Learn more with the AMA's COVID-19 resource center.

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AMA Update for Oct. 2, 2024: Bird flu in Missouri, newest strain of COVID XEC variant, and when to test for COVID 2024 (index only)
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Bird flu in Missouri, newest strain of COVID XEC variant and when to test for COVID 2024

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about a new COVID strain, cases of bird flu and more.

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Bird flu in Missouri, newest strain of COVID XEC variant and when to test for COVID 2024 [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about a new COVID strain, cases of bird flu and more.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 23, 2024

In the news: First FDA-approved at-home flu test, undiagnosed iron deficiencies, free COVID tests, Medicare pay for “age-friendly” medical care and more.

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How physicians can prep for COVID-19, flu, RSV this season

Stock up early, says CDC’s Mandy Cohen, MD, MPH, who gives the rundown on vaccine-release dates, eligibility and strategies to encourage vaccination. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about RSV infection

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) hospitalizes over 50,000 Americans each year. Two physicians information on which preventive steps to take.

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CPT code set updated to include vaccines for bird flu H5N8 strain

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) bird-flu vaccine codes created in advance of possible emergency-use authorization, if needed.

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