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How to answer patients' questions about vaccinations

With the increase in conflicting information about vaccines, some patients may be confused about how to keep their families and themselves healthy. Find helpful PDF resources for physicians and patients.

Infectious Diseases

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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AMA launches vaccine infographics for patients and physicians

New tools aim to help patients and physicians cut through the confusion around vaccines and have open, honest conversations with each other.

Press Releases
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AMA actions to maintain access to vaccines

Learn more about the AMA's efforts to promote public understanding and confidence in the use of vaccines.

Prevention & Wellness
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Latest ACIP move is dangerous to the nation’s health

Administration must reconsider plans to exclude physician liaisons from dozens of organizations who have long provided unbiased, expert input.

Prevention & Wellness
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Statement from ACIP Medical Association Liaisons on ouster from vaccine review

Deeply disappointed and alarmed by medical association liaisons being barred from reviewing evidence, informing vaccine recommendations to help ensure safety of U.S. vaccine program.

Press Releases
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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.

Infectious Diseases
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Measles resources

Stay informed with news and resources on measles, including signs and symptoms, prevention strategies and more.

Infectious Diseases
AMA Update for May 19, 2025: Whooping cough FAQ: Treatment for whooping cough symptoms, vaccine safety and pertussis in children
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Whooping cough FAQ: Treatment for whooping cough symptoms, vaccine safety and pertussis in children

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about pertussis, treatment for whooping cough symptoms and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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Whooping cough FAQ: Treatment for whooping cough symptoms, vaccine safety and pertussis in children [Podcast]

The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about pertussis, treatment for whooping cough symptoms and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update Podcast