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AMA president urges patients and physicians to reengage

Prevention, chronic disease management and mental health care all dropped off during the pandemic. Now is the time to get them going again.

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What doctors wish patients knew about going back to work

Going back to the office will certainly be different than it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. One physician shares what to expect when returning to work.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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Gerald Harmon, MD, says don't socially distance from your doctor

AMA's Moving Medicine series features physician voices and achievements. Learn more in this discussion with AMA President Gerald Harmon, MD, about patients returning to care.

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Moving Medicine Video Update
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6 reasons patients avoid flu vaccination

Concerns about safety and effectiveness are among the justifications patients offer to avoid getting the flu shot. Here is how to respond.

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AMA in the News: October 2020

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for October 2020.

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Flu vaccination: 6 tips to win over the undecideds

Amid a potential twindemic, physicians’ words on influenza immunization carry more weight than usual. This advice will help you persuade the fence-sitters.

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AMA, CDC, Ad Council urge flu vaccination amid COVID-19 pandemic

Many Americans undecided about flu vaccine, experts warn a severe flu season during COVID-19 could be devastating.

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Health experts discuss importance of maintaining heart health during the pandemic

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 importance of maintaining cardiovascular health during the pandemic.

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6 things doctors can do to boost flu vaccination among children

The flu vaccine can help prevent dreaded “twindemic” of influenza, COVID-19 this winter. AMA member Gregory Blaschke, MD, outlines keys to follow.

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