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4 Min Read

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for kids 5 and up: What doctors must know

Nearly 30 million more U.S. children are now eligible for lifesaving vaccination. Learn more with the AMA.

Infectious Diseases
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3 Min Read

COVID-19 booster shot patient FAQs

Booster shots for Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines are available. The AMA answers questions about COVID-19 booster eligibility and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA COVID-19 Guides
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5 Min Read

AMA, socios lanzan campaña Cambia el Resultado sobre diabetes tipo 2

Los CDC, la AMA y el Ad Council muestran al público cómo se puede revertir la prediabetes a traves de cambios en el estilo de vida individual.

Press Releases
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88M Americans at risk for type 2 diabetes, change your outcome

AMA, CDC and the Ad council launch new public service PSAs to raise awareness that prediabetes shouldn’t be taken lightly and that it can be reversed.

Press Releases
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AMA, AHA, ANA urge vaccinations as U.S. reaches 750,000 COVID-19 deaths

This devastating milestone should serve as a reminder that the COVID-19 pandemic still poses a major threat to our society, particularly to the unvaccinated.

Press Releases
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The AMA helps sustain the viability of private practice

Private practices have been struggling for years; the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the financial strain and burdensome regulatory requirements faced by physician practice owners. AMA advocacy, resources and research help private practices thrive.

Private Practices
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4 Min Read

Key lessons in health systems science that pre-meds should know

An understanding of the system in which health care is delivered can help pre-meds hit the ground running once they begin medical school.

ChangeMedEd Initiative
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7 Min Read

What it’s like in ophthalmology: Shadowing Dr. Aizuss

AMA member David H. Aizuss, MD, says constant, extraordinary attention to detail is a must for ophthalmologists. So is the ability to connect with patients.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
Physician fighting off giant coronavirus cells
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12 Min Read

What doctors wish patients knew about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine

Two physician experts explain what patients should know about the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine and what to expect with booster shots.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™