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What doctors want patients to know about ALS

May 20, 2026 | 12 Min Read
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What doctors want patients to know about maintaining healthy skin

Skin is the body’s largest organ, so it’s important to take great care of it. A dermatologist shares how to keep skin looking and feeling its best.

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What doctors wish immunocompromised patients knew during COVID
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What doctors want immunocompromised patients to know 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 doctors want patients to know 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 want patients to know 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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9 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know 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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8 things doctors want patients to know 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 want patients to know 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 want patients to know 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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What doctors want patients to know about colon cancer screening

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the U.S., but screening can cut risk by 80%. Learn more about your options.

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Chronic Diseases
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