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COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) resource center for physicians

The AMA is closely monitoring COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) developments. Learn more with the AMA's COVID-19 resource center.

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5 unsafe injection practices that can harm dialysis patients

Nephrologists charged with preventing infections among dialysis patients can draw on new CME to reinforce safe practices. Learn more. 

CDC Project Firstline Town hall

Events

May 16, 2023 ·
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CDC Project Firstline Town hall, Infection Prevention and Control Post COVID-19 PHE

Get important updates on recommendations for health care facilities as the federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19.

Colonies of the pathogenic MRSA bacteria on blood agar culture plate

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It’s not just COVID—reemerging pathogens put doctors on alert

Polio, MRSA and measles are back. Physicians should use a syndromic approach to recognize pathogens and identify symptoms in patients. Learn more.

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4 keys to preventing infections among patients on dialysis

Dialysis centers pose risk of infections. Learn with the AMA how nephrologists, nurses and staff can improve safety in four pivotal areas.

Events

Mar 16, 2023 ·
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Re-emerging Pathogens: An Infection Control Town Hall

Join the AMA and CDC for a discussion on the latest re-emerging pathogens and infection control strategies.

Press Releases

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New CME modules help improve infection control in dialysis

The AMA, in collaboration with ASN and the CDC, announced the availability of new CME modules for improving infection control in outpatient dialysis settings.

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Amid tripledemic, clinicians must redouble infection-control efforts

Michael Bell, MD, of the CDC details the measures hospitals and physician practices can take to stop the spread of SARS-CoV-2, RSV and flu.

Project Firstline virtual event

Events

Dec 13, 2022 ·
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Project Firstline Infection Control Virtual Town Hall

The AMA Project Firstline town hall with CDC will answer infection control questions about this challenging respiratory virus season.

A time to stand together

With expert resources and tireless advocacy, the AMA is your powerful ally against COVID-19.