Measles on the Rise: How to prepare and respond in your clinic

Join CDC experts and the AMA on May 15 for a timely discussion on current measles epidemiology, the importance of vaccination, clinical recognition, and how to prepare for and respond to measles in clinical settings.

Measles on the Rise: How to prepare and respond in your clinic
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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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Advancing public health

The AMA leads the charge on public health. Our members are the frontline of patient care, expanding access to care for underserved patients and developing key prevention strategies.

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Dengue resources

Stay up to date with the latest news, health alerts and resources on dengue.

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AMA Update for April 29, 2025: ACIP news: Measles cases, new meningococcal vaccine, chikungunya and RSV vaccine recommendations
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ACIP news: Measles cases, new meningococcal vaccine, chikungunya and RSV vaccine recommendations

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest ACIP news and vaccine recommendations.

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ACIP news: Measles cases, new meningococcal vaccine, chikungunya and RSV vaccine recommendations [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about the latest ACIP news and vaccine recommendations.

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COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) resource center for physicians

The AMA is closely monitoring COVID-19 (2019 novel coronavirus) developments. Learn more with the AMA's COVID-19 resource center.

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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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2nd U.S. measles death, rising cases spark call for vaccination

Two doses of MMR vaccine are about 97% effective at preventing measles. With dozens hospitalized in multiple states, the AMA’s president urges vaccination. 

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What doctors wish patients knew about measles

If 10 unvaccinated people are in a room with someone with the measles, nine will get infected. Two physicians share how to prevent measles. 

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AMA urges public to get vaccinated amid growing measles outbreaks

With no cure or specific antiviral treatment for measles, AMA urges vaccination as the best defense against measles infection.

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