Patient receiving a vaccine
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4 Min Read

Reaching the unvaccinated can start in the physician’s office

Former CDC Director Thomas Frieden, MD, MPH, explains what schools, health care organizations and workplaces can do to boost COVID-19 vaccine uptake.

Infectious Diseases
Young child wearing a face mask
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5 Min Read

When kids struggle with wearing masks, here’s how doctors can help

With COVID-19’s Delta variant surging, wearing a mask is key. Learn about some good counseling tips for doctors to share with parents to help children wear masks.

Population Health
Hand on a clipboard
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4 Min Read

6 recommendations to embed equity in future pandemic preparedness

How to address pandemic preparedness, mitigation and resilience to ensure equitable responses and recovery.

Health Equity
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Aug. 2, 2021

In the news: Delta variant and COVID-19 vaccinations, 70% of U.S. adults have one dose of COVID vaccine, Delta variant spread, +200M COVID-19 cases worldwide.

Publications & Newsletters
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11 Min Read

Claire Hannan, MPH, on role of immunization managers during pandemic [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 what physicians need to know about immunization efforts.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast
Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH
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10 Min Read

Q&A: How COVID-19 has expanded spotlight on mental health

Mental health in the age of COVID-19, says AMA member Adrian Jaques H. Ambrose, MD, MPH, has created an increased focus on stigmas, health equity and youth.

Behavioral Health
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11 Min Read

Claire Hannan, MPH, on role of immunization managers during pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing what physicians need to know about immunization efforts.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
Children in a classroom raising their hands
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4 Min Read

Evolving COVID-19 situation demands nimble response

The CDC’s new guidance on mask-wearing is prudent advice offered for our protection. As frustrating as it may be, this is the right decision.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
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13 Min Read

Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, discusses updated CDC guidelines for masking [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 updated CDC guidance for masking and COVID testing.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast