Topic in Focus: Coronavirus Masking in Public

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Collaboration needed to end spread of public health misinformation

The AMA will work with other health-professional societies to stop disinformation’s harmful spread—patients’ lives and health are at stake.

Public Health
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What doctors wish patients knew about dusting off social rust

Stuck at home for nearly two years, many Americans feel their social skills are rusty. Learn how to overcome that social anxiety while staying safe.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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CDC's latest mask guidance: An explainer for your patients

Top doctors and scientists say it’s time to #MaskUp again indoors in high-transmission areas, prompting questions. Here’s what to tell patients.

Public Health
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When kids struggle with wearing masks, here’s how doctors can help

With COVID-19’s Delta variant surging, wearing a mask is key. Learn about some good counseling tips for doctors to share with parents to help children wear masks.

Population Care
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SPS member profile: Stephen Rockower, MD

Learn more about SPS member William L. Hamilton, MD, MBA, a retired anesthesiologist and past president of the Utah Medical Association.

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Senior Physician Section Member Spotlight
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AMA statement on CDC’s updated mask guidance to combat COVID-19 spread

With cases of COVID-19 increasing in the U.S. and a significant number of people who remain unvaccinated, the CDC’s updated mask guidance is needed.

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Doctors wearing clear masks get higher marks on communication

Masks are still essential protection against SARS-CoV-2, but they can hamper rapport-building with patients. Learn how clear masks could help.

Physician-Patient Relationship
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The 6 things doctors wish patients knew about masks

Even though wearing a mask is vital to preventing the spread of COVID-19, there are still myths and misunderstandings. Physicians want to clear them up.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Bringing quality certified PPE to physicians and communities

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 with the Project N95 collaboration to bring PPE to AMA members and communities. 

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