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What doctors wish patients knew about the shingles virus

Feb 6, 2026 | 15 Min Read
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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
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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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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
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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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What doctors wish patients knew about physical distancing

Physical distancing must be practiced daily to limit COVID-19’s spread, but confusion remains. Two AMA members clear things up.

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6 things doctors wish patients knew about “coronasomnia”

The pandemic is making it harder for many to get rest, leading to a phenomenon some experts call “coronasomnia.” Here’s what your patients should know.

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Prevention & Wellness
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The physicians behind Brief19, created by doctors for doctors

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing Brief19, a daily round up of COVID-19 research and policy created by doctors for doctors.

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