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Respiratory virus vaccine recommendations

Find the latest medical society recommendations on respiratory virus vaccines. 

Prevention & Wellness

Advancing public health

The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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Medical students can help change minds on flu vaccination

The influenza season is well underway, but medical students can make an impact with their personal advocacy.

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Infectious Diseases
Succeeding in Medical School
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AMA statement on CDC changes to website on autism and vaccines

Despite recent changes to the CDC website, an abundance of evidence from decades of scientific studies shows no link between vaccines and autism.

Press Releases
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AMA urges vaccination in advance of respiratory virus season

AMA encourages everyone to stay up to date with their vaccinations to help lower the risk of severe illness from respiratory viruses.

Press Releases
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 6, 2025

In the news: Osteoporosis risk awareness, caveat on CDC COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, states brace for fall bird flu surge and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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How to answer patients' questions about vaccinations

With the increase in conflicting information about vaccines, some patients may be confused about how to keep their families and themselves healthy. Find helpful PDF resources for physicians and patients.

Prevention & Wellness
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AMA launches vaccine infographics for patients and physicians

New tools aim to help patients and physicians cut through the confusion around vaccines and have open, honest conversations with each other.

Press Releases
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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 22, 2025

In the news: ACIP vote on COVID vaccines, “nightmare bacteria” in U.S., administration promotes unproven link between Tylenol, vaccines, autism and more news.

Publications & Newsletters
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Sept. 26, 2025: National Advocacy Update

ACIP further narrows vaccine recommendations and more in the latest National Advocacy Update.

Advocacy Update