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What doctors wish patients knew about the shingles virus

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What doctors wish immunocompromised patients knew during COVID
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What doctors wish immunocompromised patients knew during COVID, with Monique Spillman, MD

AMA member Monique Spillman, MD, shares valuable information and insights for immunocompromised patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctor's wish patients knew about prior authorization
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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew: Prior authorization with Jack Resneck Jr., MD

AMA President Jack Resneck Jr., MD, shares how prior authorization creates time-consuming burdens, making it difficult for patients to receive the care they need.

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What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice
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What doctors wish patients knew about scope of practice with Scott Ferguson, MD

AMA member Scott Ferguson, MD, shares valuable information and insights about why scope of practice matters to patients.

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Scope of Practice
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What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 vaccine boosters

Patients have more questions than answers about bivalent COVID-19 vaccine boosters. One physician clears the air.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about how well COVID-19 vaccines work

There have been individuals who were vaccinated and boosted yet still acquired SARS-CoV-2. Does that mean vaccination is ineffective? Find out with the AMA.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about trauma-informed care

Experiencing trauma can shake up people's lives, even if they don’t realize it. This is where trauma-informed care can help. Learn more.

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Prevention & Wellness
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8 things doctors wish patients knew about healthy sleep habits

Sleep hygiene is the medical term for the best practices people should use to get a good night’s sleep. Discover eight critical steps to better rest.

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Prevention & Wellness
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What doctors wish patients knew about the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine

There’s a fourth COVID-19 vaccine option available. A physician expert explains what patients should know about the Novavax COVID-19 vaccine.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about breastfeeding

Breastfeeding offers benefits for babies and moms, but it’s hard. Two pediatricians say shame over feeding choices has no place in the nursery.

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Population Health
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