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What doctors wish patients knew about family immunizations

Vaccines save millions of lives each year. Two infectious diseases physicians discuss the key role they should play for the loved ones in your family.

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Advancing public health

The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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WPS Members and News Highlights-January 2025

WPS policymaking has begun for the 2025 Annual Meeting, January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and the Lunar New Year.

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AMA Update for Nov. 12, 2024: Rising cancer rates: Why cancer is increasing in younger people and tips to reduce your risk
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Rising cancer rates: Why cancer is increasing in younger people and tips to reduce your risk

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the rising rates of cancer in younger generations.

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AMA Update
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Rising cancer rates: Why cancer is increasing in younger people and tips to reduce your risk [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the rising rates of cancer in younger generations.

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AMA Update Podcast
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Sexually transmitted infections: What doctors wish patients knew

Patients may think they learned all they need to know about sexually transmitted infections in sex ed. Not so, an infectious disease physician explains.

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COVID-19 vaccine added to immunization schedules for adults and children with Sandra Fryhofer, MD

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about immunization schedules for adults and children.

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AMA Update
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COVID-19 vaccine added to immunization schedules for adults and children with Sandra Fryhofer, MD [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about immunization schedules for adults and children.

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AMA Update Podcast
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What doctors wish patients knew about cervical cancer prevention

Cervical cancer kills more 4,000 Americans each year, but these deaths can be prevented. Learn how getting vaccinated and screened can be a lifesaver.

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What doctors wish patients knew about ovarian cancer prevention

What is known about risk factors has not translated into practical ways to prevent most cases of ovarian cancer. Two ob-gyns share what to keep in mind.

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