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Mira Irons, MD, explains science behind CDC’s latest mask guidance

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 science behind the CDC's latest mask guidance.

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Paul Offit, MD, on parent concerns for vaccinating 12-15 year-olds

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by addressing concerns for vaccinating 12 to 15-year-olds.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of May 10, 2021

In the news: CDC guidance on COVID, masking, administration to prohibit discrimination in health care on gender id, sexual orientation, Pfizer vaccine for 12-15 year-olds.

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Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine OK’d for ages 12–15: What doctors must know

The move opens major front in effort to protect kids, help them return to normal activities and stop the spread of COVID-19 in the U.S. Learn more with the AMA.

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Denise Jamieson, MD, MPH, on COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy

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 use of COVID-19 vaccines during pregnancy.

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AMA on ACIP recommendation for use of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in teens

ACIP recommendation supporting use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in 12–15-year-olds is one critical step closer to goal of achieving widespread vaccination.

Press Releases
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Mira Irons, MD, on improving access and convenience for vaccines

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 how to improve access to vaccines.

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Why anti-transgender bills are a dangerous intrusion on medicine

The AMA urges America’s governors to resist state legislative efforts to ban medically necessary transition-related care.

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Why a federal court upheld ban on flavored tobacco products

The AMA and other advocates outlined the positive impact a San Diego ban will have on the health of young people and Black people.

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