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Mira Irons, MD, looks at Biden administration COVID response

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 new Biden administration's response to COVID-19.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
Tim Storey, Brad Barrett, MD, Laurie Lickley, and Patrick Hope
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How physicians can reach lawmakers amid COVID-19 restrictions

Rules on gatherings at state capitols vary widely across the country. State legislators explain how doctors can do effective outreach virtually.

State Advocacy
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14 Min Read

Med students learn how to be advocates for health care in 2021

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with a preview of the webinar “Your Voice, Your AMA: Health Care Advocacy and the New Administration," for medical students.

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Med Student Advocacy
AMA Update
Patient in physician office
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5 Min Read

5 ways physicians can identify, help human trafficking victims

The pandemic may be exacerbating the isolation and despair of patients victimized by traffickers. Learn why doctors in a prime position to help.

Injury & Violence
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4 Min Read

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Jan. 18, 2021

In the news: CDC warns of potential COVID-19 surge, Biden executive orders, special clinics for COVID-19 “long haulers”, women with autoimmune disorders and AD/HD babies.

Publications & Newsletters
Physician administering a vaccine
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5 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 vaccination

As states continue to navigate distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, physicians want patients to know what to expect when it is their turn. Learn more with the AMA.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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20 Min Read

Physician tips on how to talk to patients about vaccines

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 tips for physicians on how to talk to patients about vaccines.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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3 Min Read

Jan. 22, 2021: Biden's first moves will aid pandemic fight, boost global health

Biden’s first moves will aid pandemic fight, boost global health in this week's Advocacy Update spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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2 Min Read

Jan. 22, 2021: Advocacy Update other news

Nominations for AMPAC Award for Political Participation now open and more in this week's Advocacy Update other news.

Advocacy Update