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AMA: Becerra confirmation is welcome news as health challenges await

AMA welcomes Senate confirmation of Xavier Becerra as secretary of HHS.

Press Releases
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Why coronavirus variants might undercut vaccine efficacy

Cornell microbiology and immunology professor explains what’s known about COVID-19 vaccines and SARS-CoV-2 variants.

Infectious Diseases
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The Telehealth Initiative: Implementing and using telehealth

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 “The Telehealth Initiative,” that supports physician practices in adopting and adapting to telehealth.

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Digital
AMA Update
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8 communication strategies to boost COVID-19 vaccine acceptance

With many Americans hesitant to get vaccinated against COVID-19, experts detail the do’s and don’ts on nudging patients in the right direction.

Infectious Diseases
Mar 17, 2021 ·
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FDA experts discuss COVID-19 therapeutic clinical trials

On March 17, 2021, AMA President Susan R. Bailey welcomed three physician leaders from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to discuss the state of therapeutic clinical trials worldwide. Watch the webinar now.

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Events
COVID-19: What Physicians Need to Know Webinar Series
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Biden’s coronavirus relief bill: What physicians should know

The AMA was neutral on the $1.9 trillion legislation, which contains many provisions that will affect U.S. health care for years to come. Learn more.

Infectious Diseases
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AMA statement on Georgia shootings, increasing anti-Asian violence

AMA angered, appalled by last night’s shootings which left eight people dead in Georgia – attacks that appeared to target the Asian-American community.

Press Releases
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AMA calls on Congress to fend off scheduled Medicare cuts

AMA urged Congress today to prevent arbitrary across-the-board Medicare cuts.

Press Releases
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Funds help families of health workers who died due to pandemic

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 the efforts that offer financial support to the families of health care workers who lost their lives to COVID-19.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update