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4 MIN READ

COVID-19 vaccine boosters for adolescents: What doctors need to know

Adolescents 12–15 who got the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine are now eligible for a booster five months after their second shot. Learn more with the AMA.

Population Care
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Sandra Fryhofer, MD, discusses updated booster recs for teens and more [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 updated booster recommendations for teens.

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AMA Update Podcast
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13 MIN READ

Sandra Fryhofer, MD, discusses updated booster recs for teens and more

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing updated booster recommendations for teens.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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4 MIN READ

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Jan. 3, 2022

In the news: CDC quarantine protocol, Pfizer booster for 12-15-year-olds, U.S. reports 1M+ new COVID infections, administration urged to adopt new pandemic strategy.

Publications & Newsletters
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2 MIN READ

AMA urges COVID-19 booster for newly eligible children and teens

AMA applauds the CDC and ACIP’s recommendation to expand use of a booster dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children and teens age 12 and older.

Press Releases
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7 MIN READ

Life in child and adolescent psychiatry: Shadowing Dr. Ambrose

For AMA member Adrian Jacques Ambrose, MD, MPH, it’s a privilege to walk with patients through their heartaches and triumphs.

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Specialty Profiles
"Shadow Me" Specialty Series
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4 MIN READ

Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Dec. 20, 2021

In the news: Drug to treat COVID-19 approved, new federal relief plan announced, updates on vaccines for children, suicide prevention takes a step forward and more.

Publications & Newsletters
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4 MIN READ

What to know about gender-affirming care for younger patients

Medical students must learn to care for a diverse population, which includes LGBTQ+ youth. Learn with the AMA about core ethical approaches.

Population Care
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13 MIN READ

Sandra Fryhofer, MD, discusses new J&J vaccine recommendations

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 the emerging details regarding updated vaccine recommendations.

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