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What doctors wish patients knew about pertussis

Also called whooping cough, pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection. Alyssa Kuban, MD, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics shares more.

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Advancing public health

The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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2nd U.S. measles death, rising cases spark call for vaccination

Two doses of MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles. With dozens hospitalized in multiple states, the AMA’s president urges vaccination. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about measles

If 10 unvaccinated people are in a room with someone with the measles, nine will get infected. Two physicians share how to prevent measles. 

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AMA urges public to get vaccinated amid growing measles outbreaks

With no cure or specific antiviral treatment for measles, AMA urges vaccination as the best defense against measles infection.

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What doctors wish patients knew about family immunizations

Vaccines save millions of lives each year. Two infectious diseases physicians discuss the key role they should play for the loved ones in your family.

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Mpox is a public health threat and the U.S. should be prepared

There’s a need for ongoing surveillance, preparedness and resources to confront this disease that disproportionately affects LGBTQ+ patients.

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6 reasons patients avoid flu vaccination

Concerns about safety and effectiveness are among the justifications patients offer to avoid getting a flu shot. Here is how physicians can respond.

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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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AMA Update for Nov. 6, 2024: New ACIP recommendations: COVID vaccine frequency for seniors and RSV vaccine safety concerns
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New ACIP recommendations: COVID vaccine frequency for seniors and RSV vaccine safety concerns

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new ACIP recommendations for COVID, RSV and more.

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