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CDC guidelines for maternal RSV vaccine and latest FDA approvals 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 CDC guidelines for maternal RSV vaccine and more.

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AMA Update Podcast
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8 MIN READ

What doctors wish employers knew about COVID-19 vaccine mandates

Effectively implementing COVID-19 vaccine mandates can be a puzzle for employers. Two physicians clear up the confusion.

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What Doctors Wish Patients Knew™
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4 MIN READ

COVID-19 not the only condition for which many go unvaccinated

Over 75% of adults are missing at least one routinely recommended vaccine. Doctors and others can play a big role in changing that picture.

Public Health
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6 MIN READ

Leading medical groups urge upholding minors’ right to consent to medical care

In two new briefs, groups urge court to dismiss challenge to D.C. minor consent law.

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D.C. law letting teens choose COVID-19 vaccination should stand

AMA joins others to file brief backing 2020 law that allows minors capable of informed consent to make the lifesaving medical decision for themselves.

Population Care
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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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12 MIN READ

AMA experts on easing patient concerns about the safety of preventive exams

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by recognizing the continued sacrifices of health care workers during the pandemic.

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AMA Update
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March 12, 2020: State Advocacy Update

Maine's vaccination law and Virginia bans conversion therapy in the latest AMA state advocacy update.

Advocacy Update
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New decade, new you: Encourage patients to follow these 10 health tips

Help patients kick the 2020s off to a roaring, healthy start with this timely advice from the AMA.

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