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Measles resources

Stay informed with the latest news and resources on measles, including health alerts and clinical information. 

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Influenza virus (flu) resources

Stay up to date with the latest information on influenza (flu), including diagnosis, prevention, resources and more. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about decision fatigue

The daily flood of decisions can be exhausting. Lisa MacLean, MD, a psychiatrist at Henry Ford Health, shares how to overcome decision fatigue.

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AMA Update for March 19, 2025: Long COVID JAMA study, antibiotic resistance from microplastics and Oklahoma measles outbreak update
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Long COVID JAMA study, antibiotic resistance from microplastics and Oklahoma measles outbreak update

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about microplastics, the latest about long COVID and more.

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Long COVID JAMA study, antibiotic resistance from microplastics and Oklahoma measles outbreak update [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about microplastics, the latest about long COVID and more.

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U.S. Supreme Court must keep preventive screening, services free

The high court will decide the fate of ACA provision that is estimated to save more than 100,000 lives annually.

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AMA Reimagining Residency initiative

The goal of the Reimagining Residency grant program is to transform residency training to best address the workplace needs of our current and future health care system.

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What doctors wish patients knew about pertussis

Also called whooping cough, pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection. Alyssa Kuban, MD, of Texas Children’s Pediatrics shares more.

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AMA Update for March 12, 2025: Measles update, cancer screening rates, bird flu and pet safety
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Measles update, cancer screening rates, bird flu and pet safety

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest in measles and bird flu cases.

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