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What doctors wish patients knew about family immunizations

Dec 19, 2025 | 14 Min Read
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What doctors wish patients knew about post-COVID anxiety

The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted patients’ mental health. It has also led to anxiety about reopening. Here’s how patients can cope.

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Infectious Diseases
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8 Min Read

What doctors wish parents knew about COVID-19 vaccination

While many parents jumped at the chance to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19, some remain hesitant. Here is what parents should know.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about home BP measurement

Nearly half of Americans have high blood pressure. Learn with the AMA about key tips on measuring blood pressure at home.

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What doctors wish patients knew about life after vaccination

People are wondering what they can do once they receive COVID-19 vaccination. Two physician experts share what to expect as more get vaccinated.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about double masking

Wearing a properly fitting mask reduces transmission and exposure of SARS-CoV-2. But wearing two masks can bolster protection from contagious variants.

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Infectious Diseases
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The 6 things doctors wish patients knew about masks

Even though wearing a mask is vital to preventing the spread of COVID-19, there are still myths and misunderstandings. Physicians want to clear them up.

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Infectious Diseases
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8 coronavirus tips that doctors wish patients would follow

Even as more people get vaccinated against COVID-19, it’s imperative to keep taking these preventive measures to cut risk and help save lives.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about coping with pandemic anger

People who have sacrificed so much to stay safe may feel “pangry” seeing others unmasked at large gatherings. Here’s how they can manage that feeling.

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Infectious Diseases
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What doctors wish patients knew about obesity during the pandemic

People with obesity are at an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. An obesity medicine physician offers advice to help.

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Chronic Diseases
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