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Nearly 400,000 hospitalized with flu in U.S. last season

Only half got flu shot last year, and combined respiratory-virus burden unlikely to be lighter this season. It’s time to play defense against the flu.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Oct. 14, 2024

In the news: FDA reconsiders tirzepatide decision, House majority urges Medicare physician pay reform, Novavax COVID-19/influenza trial paused and more.

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When should you get your flu shot? Plus long-term health impacts of COVID-19 and new onset diabetes [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the flu vaccine and the long-term health impacts of COVID-19.

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AMA Update for Oct. 16, 2024: When should you get your flu shot? Plus long-term health impacts of COVID-19 and new onset diabetes (index only)
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When should you get your flu shot? Plus long-term health impacts of COVID-19 and new onset diabetes

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the flu vaccine and the long-term health impacts of COVID-19.

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Measles on the Rise

Measles has recently experienced a resurgence in many parts of the world. Learn about this significant public health challenge and what physicians need to know.

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Ad Council, AMA, and CDC urge Americans to “Play Defense Against Flu”

New PSAs remind audiences to receive annual flu shot to protect themselves and their communities from the risk of flu and its potentially serious complications.

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Bird flu (H5N1) resource center

Stay informed with the latest updates on highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1), or bird flu. 

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AMA Update for Oct. 9, 2024: More cases of bird flu in California, new avian flu testing, Rwanda Marburg virus outbreak update
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More cases of bird flu in California, new avian flu testing, Rwanda Marburg virus outbreak update

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new avian flu testing and more.

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More cases of bird flu in California, new avian flu testing, Rwanda Marburg virus outbreak update [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about new avian flu testing and more.

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8 things doctors wish patients knew about flu vaccines

The flu season, which runs from October through May, can be severe. But getting the influenza vaccine can help reduce the risk of severe outcomes.

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