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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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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of June 20, 2022

The news: FDA takes e-cigarettes Juul off the market, antibody response to Omicron subvariants, USPSTF on supplements in prevention of CVD, cancer and more.

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James Campbell, MD, MS, with the latest on teen vaccine trials

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 vaccine development for teens and children.

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Top news stories from AMA Morning Rounds®: Week of Sept. 28, 2020

In the news: U.S. set to deliver 150M rapid coronavirus tests to states and more.

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Tips to an effective HPV vaccination talk with adults

The human papillomavirus vaccination isn’t just for adolescents—it is recommended for some adults too. Here’s how to approach the conversation with your adult patients.

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Physicians can help address global burden of cancer inequality

As a global public health imperative, physicians and other health professionals must work together to address cancer inequality. Find out more with the AMA.

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Jan. 30, 2020: National Advocacy Update

Surgeon General & smoking cessation report, value-based care regulatory changes and more in the latest AMA national health care advocacy news.

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For HPV vaccine uptake, communication style makes a difference

HPV vaccination coverage is stubbornly low. A study indicates a change in how the vaccine is recommended to patients’ parents can improve its initiation.

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