Topic in Focus: Vaccine Misinformation

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ideo screenshot of Monday June 14 Special Meeting of the HOD with HOD Speaker Bruce Scott and Vice Speaker Lisa Bohman Egbert.
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Highlights from the June 2021 AMA Special Meeting

Catch up with the news and other key moments from the AMA House of Delegates' virtual meeting, which ran June 11¬16.
Online session from the 2021 June Special Meeting of the HOD
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Top 10 stories from the June 2021 AMA Special Meeting

With more Americans getting vaccinated daily, AMA delegates gathered virtually to shape a post-pandemic future that’s stronger and more equitable.
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AMA endorses guidelines for vaccine mandates and credentials

We can reach herd immunity with a robust public campaign, respecting patients’ autonomy and minimizing disproportional burdens on marginalized communities.

Press Releases
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Social media networks must crack down on medical misinformation

Information on Facebook and other social media sites lacks the vetting that news organizations employ. Delegates address these shortcomings.

Prevention & Wellness
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Susan Bailey, M.D., reflects on AMA leadership, pandemic presidency

AMA President Susan R. Bailey, MD, today delivered the final speech of her presidency to the AMA House of Delegates.

Press Releases
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How to defeat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation with facts, science

Physicians should listen empathetically and reassure patients on the science behind the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccines.

Infectious Diseases
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Physicians take on vital new role: COVID-19 vaccine myth-busters

Physicians play a pivotal part in separating facts from falsehoods to help ensure as many Americans as possible obtain COVID-19 vaccination protection.

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Leadership
Leadership Viewpoints
May 26, 2021 ·
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Physician leaders discuss COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

On May 26, 2021, the AMA hosted the latest webinar in the "What physicians need to know series" where experts discussed the latest on COVID-19 vaccine information among patients.

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Events
COVID-19: What Physicians Need to Know Webinar Series
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Denise Jamieson, MD, MPH, on COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy [Podcast]

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen to podcast updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the use of COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast