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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 new coronavirus variants

At least three new highly mutated variants of SARS-CoV-2 have been reported in the U.S. But what does the news mean for patients? Two physician experts break it down.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about contact tracing

Contact tracing still holds a place in slowing the spread of COVID-19. One physician expert shares what patients need to know.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about pandemic fatigue

Feelings of stress, social isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic can lead to what experts are calling COVID fatigue. Find out more.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew about COVID-19 vaccination

As states continue to navigate distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, physicians want patients to know what to expect when it is their turn. Learn more with the AMA.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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What doctors wish patients knew to make the most of telehealth

The COVID-19 pandemic has driven unprecedented use of telehealth. Find out how to ensure each telehealth visit is productive for patient care.

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Digital
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Patient Access Playbook: Special topics

Download the playbook and topic brief PDFs to read real-world scenarios about barriers associated with accessing images, records of the deceased and records from practices that are closed.

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7 things doctors wish patients knew about holiday gatherings this year

Thanksgiving and other holidays will be different amid surging COVID-19 caseloads. Learn what infectious diseases specialists recommend to stay safe.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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6 lifestyle changes doctors wish patients would make

Wash hands, watch distance and wear a mask to protect against SARS-CoV-2—of course. But physicians advise these other key changes to protect health.

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Prevention & Wellness
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Potential coronavirus vaccine: 5 things doctors wish patients knew

With the rapid development of a coronavirus vaccine, patients appear to be hesitant and confused. However, physicians want to clear up any misinformation.

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Infectious Diseases
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™