Topic in Focus: Coronavirus Masking in Public

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4 MIN READ

What doctors wish patients knew about physical distancing

Physical distancing must be practiced daily to limit COVID-19’s spread, but confusion remains. Two AMA members clear things up.

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Public Health
What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

Many young adults hospitalized for COVID-19 face hard road

COVID-19 does not spare young people. Research is showing the median age of patients is dropping and morbidity is substantial among younger adults.

Public Health
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8 MIN READ

Mira Irons, MD, discusses latest trends as cases exceed 33 million worldwide

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 global and national trends and news of the pandemic.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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Marking the tragic milestone of 200,000 COVID-19 deaths

Each death is an irreplaceable loss, and we can’t grow numb to the suffering. We must renew our efforts to prevent further infections and deaths.

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Leadership
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14 MIN READ

Nicole Riddle, MD, discusses what doctors wish patients knew about wearing masks

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 what doctors wish their patients knew about wearing masks.

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Public Health
AMA Update
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6 MIN READ

5 things specialists can learn from each other to boost mask-wearing

Physicians from a variety of specialties offer insights on effectively counseling patients to #MaskUp and limit spread of SARS-CoV-2.

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4 MIN READ

Mask Up: Stop the spread of COVID-19

The #MaskUp campaign encourages people to minimize the spread of COVID-19 by wearing masks. Use the campaign toolkit to share images, videos and more.

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Former AMA President Steven J. Stack, MD, speaking at a podium
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10 MIN READ

He took on state’s top public health job. Then the pandemic hit.

Former AMA President Steven J. Stack, MD, had to adjust quickly as Kentucky’s new public health commissioner during the COVID-19 crisis. Find out what he’s learned.

Public Health
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5 MIN READ

Helping patients navigate their concerns about COVID-19 risk

With uncertainty comes concern. To help address patients’ worries and fears about the pandemic, physicians must listen with empathy.

Public Health