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AMA adopts policy to combat disinformation by health care professionals

New policy aims to address the spread of rampant disinformation amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Bechara Choucair, MD, discusses the nation's vaccination strategy

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by discussing the nation’s vaccination strategy.

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AMA President Gerald Harmon, MD, speech at the November 2021 Special Meeting of the HOD
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AMA president: Physicians are leading “an army against the virus”

Gerald Harmon, MD, said the AMA helps give doctors the tools they need to fight COVID-19 and tackle other longstanding challenges.

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6 ways doctors can use their voices to help science get heard

On TV and social media, in churches and in the community, physicians must help tell the truth on COVID-19 vaccination, the pandemic and more. Learn how.

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No, the COVID-19 vaccines don’t affect fertility

Concerns about fertility, pregnancy are among the six myths and misconceptions that hold patients back from vaccination. Learn more with the AMA.

Public Health
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Science and storytelling: Making physicians’ voices the loudest in the room

Join a discussion with AMA physician leaders and Peter Hotez, MD, PhD, on the need to elevate physician voices to protect patients and this nation's health.

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AMA in the News: October 2021

Read media highlights mentioning the American Medical Association for October 2021.

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COVID-19 vaccination: 1-on-1 talks can still work, says pediatrician

On masks and vaccination, persistence pays off for Hattiesburg, Mississippi, pediatrician and AMA member Anita S. Henderson, MD.

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What you need to know about COVID-19 vaccines with Sandra Fryhofer, MD

Learn more about what physicians need to know about COVID-19 vaccines with Sandra Fryhofer, MD, AMA's liaison to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices.

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