Akiko Iwasaki on what causes long COVID, brain fog, the Yale Paxlovid study and long COVID treatments

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Facts about fentanyl and how to treat substance use disorder: When is fentanyl awareness day? Is fentanyl an opioid? What is the most effective treatment for opioid use disorder? Fentanyl poisoning: What is fentanyl in? Our guest is Stephen Taylor, MD, MPH, president-elect of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Get involved in the fight to end the overdose epidemic: https://end-overdose-epidemic.org/ ? Access the Opioid Risk Tool PDF: https://nida.nih.gov/sites/default/files/opioidrisktool.pdf ? Essentials of Good Pain Care - A Team-Based Approach - Safely Manage Acute and Chronic Pain: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward/module/2702759 ? Using Opioids Safely - Practical Guidance for Pain Management: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/science-medicine-public-health/interactive/17579512 ? Looking for more opioid CME credit? AMA EdHub login: https://bit.ly/AMAEdHub ? American Society of Addition Medicine opioid use disorder by AMA Update

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How to speed up your prior auth process using EHR data exchange: What is the new CMS rule for prior authorization? Why do prior authorizations get denied? What are the benefits of electronic health information exchange? Our guest is Philip Oravetz, MD, chief population health officer at Ochsner Health. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Looking for prior authorization cheat sheet resources? Check out: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/prior-authorization-practice-resources ? AMA President Dr. Ehrenfeld explains CMS prior authorization final rule: https://youtu.be/uEjV4CWlMJ4?si=mVsOqLtw_XKOYII- ? Read about the changes coming in CMS Interoperability Rule 2026: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/prior-authorization/15-billion-win-physicians-prior-authorization ? Get involved! Patients and physicians can share prior authorization stories at: https://fixpriorauth.org/ ? Access AMA prior authorization resources and research: https by AMA Update

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CDC heat risk initiative, air pollution statistics and the latest news on bird flu in milk: Is it too hot outside? What is the CDC doing for climate change? How bad is air pollution right now? What is particle pollution? Is milk safe to drink? Our guest is AMA Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Wondering if it’s too hot to walk your dog? Check out the CDC’s Heat & Health Tracker: https://ephtracking.cdc.gov/Applications/heatTracker/ ? Physicians should also check out the CDC’s Clinical Guidance for Heat and Cardiovascular Disease: https://www.cdc.gov/heat-health/hcp/heat-and-people-with-cardiovascular-disease.html ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Benefits of lifestyle medicine, managing chronic disease, plus physician retirement advice: What is lifestyle medicine? Is lifestyle medicine a medical specialty? What are the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine? What do doctors do when they retire? Our guest is Elizabeth Pegg Frates, MD, president of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Get more information on lifestyle medicine board certification via the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine: https://ablm.org/lifestyle-medicine-certification/ ? Wondering what do lifestyle medicine doctors do? Access CME resources from American College of Lifestyle Medicine here: https://lifestylemedicine.org/ ? For articles and research on lifestyle diseases, check out the lifestyle medicine journal: https://journals.sagepub.com/home/AJL ? Googling "lifestyle medicine doctors near me"? Visit: https://www.lifestylemedpros.org/home ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: h by AMA Update

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Preparing for the next pandemic, bird flu outbreak, measles cases and years of life lost statistics: Is there a vaccine for bird flu? Can pets get bird flu? Is America prepared for another pandemic? What is an example of a DALY? Why is global health security important? Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Learn more about the US national strategy for countering biological threats, enhancing pandemic preparedness, and achieving global health security USAID: https://www.usaid.gov/global-health/health-areas/global-health-security ? Wondering what are the objectives of the Global Health Security Agenda? Visit United States Agency for International Development for details on the Global Health Security Agenda GHSA: https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/security/what-is-ghsa.htm ? For more information on the global pandemic accord: https://www.who.int/news/item/20-03-2024-call-for- by AMA Update

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The benefits of private practice in medicine and how technology helps physicians: Is it worth going into private practice? Why do some doctors prefer private practice? What are the pros and cons of private practice? Our guest is Omar Z. Maniya, MD, MBA, CEO, of Maniya Health. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Learn how to eliminate inefficiencies in your practice with the AMA's "Getting Rid of Stupid Stuff" tooklit: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward/module/2757858 ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Firearm injury prevention, safety tips and secure storage: Why do pediatricians ask about guns?: Where is the best place to store a firearm? How do you keep guns safe from kids? What is the safest way to store a gun? Can I put a gun safe in my house? Our guest is Lois Lee, MD, MPH, a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Boston Children’s Hospital. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation aims to reduce burnout of healthcare professionals and safeguard physician well-being. Learn more about physician mental health services at: https://drlornabreen.org/ ☎️ Call or text 9-8-8 if you or anyone you know needs help. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. It provides free 24/7 confidential support for people in distress, crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the U.S. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more. ? Access AAP recommendations on gun safety by AMA Update

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What illnesses are going around? RSV, COVID-19, influenza, measles outbreak, plus avian flu news: Which states have found bird flu in dairy cows? Why is measles coming back? What states are having a measles outbreak? When is respiratory virus season over? Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? CDC current avian flu map: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/data-map-commercial.html ? For CDC bird flu update visit Centers for Disease Control and Prevention H5N1 Bird Flu Current Situation Summary: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/avian-flu-summary.htm ? Vietnam Reports First Human Infection with Avian Influenza H9N2 Virus: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/spotlights/2023-2024/vietnam-human-infection.htm ? CDC issues alert for avian influenza virus and symptoms of bird flu in humans (Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus: Identification of Human Infection and Recommen by AMA Update

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Why reducing stigma and managing mental health in medical school improves physician well-being: What are the biggest challenges of medical school? Do medical students struggle with mental health? What are the signs and symptoms of burnout? Brianna Engelson, MD, chief resident of psychiatry at the University of Minnesota, joins us to discuss how when two of her colleagues in medical school died by suicide, she successfully advocated to remove barriers to mental health care in her state. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Are you a medical resident with questions about physician licensing and types of credentialing in healthcare? Check out: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/licensing-and-credentialing-bodies-inquiry-physician-mental ✏️ Wondering what does AMA do for medical school students? Learn more at: https://www.ama-assn.org/medical-students ? Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation aims to reduce burnout of healthcare professionals and saf by AMA Update

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How Ochsner Health is taking on the leading health issues in Louisiana to improve patient outcomes: Is Louisiana a healthy state? How does geography affect health care? Why are community health programs important? How is healthcare affected by socioeconomic status? Yvens Laborde, MD, chief community medical officer and medical director of global health education at Ochsner Health, joins for a new episode of the AMA's “What Keeps Me Up” series, where we talk with health care leaders about one thing that’s keeping them up—and what they’re doing about it. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Learn more about the AMA Health System Program here: https://bit.ly/AMA_HealthSystemProgram ? Learn more about AAMC DEI competencies: https://www.ama-assn.org/education/accelerating-change-medical-education/what-new-aamc-competency-requirements-mean-medical ? AMA health equity curriculum for residents: https://www.ama-assn.org/education/improve-gme/these-courses-create-health-equit by AMA Update

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CDC avian flu guidelines, bird flu in eggs, plus TikTok mental health & birth control misinformation: Bird flu outbreak: Can you get avian flu from eggs? Are pelvic exams under anesthesia legal? Are birth control pills safe? What is the self-diagnosis trend on TikTok? AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH, shares the latest updates from the CDC on avian flu in cattle and H5N1 symptoms. Also covering the dangers of TikTok medical advice trends on hormonal contraceptives and the teen mental health crisis. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ?️ CDC current avian flu map: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/data-map-commercial.html ? For Bird flu news today visit Centers for Disease Control and Prevention H5N1 Bird Flu Current Situation Summary: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/avian-flu-summary.htm ? Googling "is bird flu dangerous to humans"? Check out: https://youtu.be/xjVtFYIR3wE?si=uXaTDJ5NatZA8Yao ? CDC issues alert for a by AMA Update

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Fixing the physician credentialing process to reduce mental health stigma in health care: What is medical credentialing and why is it important? What questions should be asked about mental health? Is mental health treatment becoming less stigmatized? Our guests are Steven Defossez, MD, vice president of clinical integration at the Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association, and Stefanie Simmons, MD, chief medical officer for the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Read more about 2 big wins on physician credentialing that support well-being: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/physician-health/2-big-wins-physician-credentialing-will-support-well-being ? AMA resources for doctors and Debunking Regulatory Myths on The Joint Commission and Federation of State Medical Boards #FSMB credentialing: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/licensing-and-credentialing-bodies-inquiry-physician-mental ? Are you by AMA Update

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The physician role in changing health care: How does the AMA support medical specialty societies?: What is the main purpose of AMA? Why is health care legislation important? Do physicians need organized medicine? What does the AMA do—and why is the AMA important? Our guests are AMA President-Elect Bruce Scott, MD, and AMA Board of Trustees Member Bobby Mukkamala, MD. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Learn more about the AMA Recovery Plan for America’s Physicians: https://bit.ly/AMA_RecoveryPlan ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Disease outbreaks: measles, Mpox, tuberculosis, meningococcal, and bird flu 2024: Can avian flu spread to humans? Is meningococcal disease deadly? Are TB cases on the rise? Who should get Mpox vaccine? Are measles still around? Our guest is AMA Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Centers for Disease Control and Prevention H5N1 Bird Flu Current Situation Summary: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/avian-flu-summary.htm ? More information on avian flu reporting: https://www.cdc.gov/flu/avianflu/index.htm ? What is the new CDC report on TB: https://www.cdc.gov/tb/statistics/default.htm ? Facts about tuberculosis: https://www.cdc.gov/tb/topic/basics/default.htm ? CDC issues alert for meningococcal infections (Increase in Invasive Serogroup Y Meningococcal Disease in the United States): https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/2024/han00505.asp ? Latest CDC health alert 2024 via the Health Alert Networ by AMA Update

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Addressing social determinants of health, causes of health disparities, and improving access to care: Why is access to health care important? What are the effects of food insecurity on health? What are the benefits of a diverse workforce in health care? Our guest is Ketul Patel, CEO, Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, and President, Northwest Region of CommonSpirit. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Modern Healthcare's Top 25 Diversity Leaders in Healthcare: https://www.modernhealthcare.com/awards/2023-top-25-diversity-leaders-ketul-patel ? Learn more about the AMA Health System Program here: https://bit.ly/AMA_HealthSystemProgram ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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CMS final rule 2024: The AMA prior authorization win and the pros and cons of prior authorization: What is the new CMS rule for prior authorization? What is the CMS rule for interoperability? What triggers a prior authorization? Is prior authorization good or bad? Our guest is Jack Resneck, MD, immediate past president of the American Medical Association. AMA CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? CMS final rule 2024 fact sheet: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/advancing-interoperability-and-improving-prior-authorization-processes-proposed-rule-cms-0057-p-fact ? AMA President Dr. Ehrenfeld explains CMS prior authorization final rule: https://youtu.be/uEjV4CWlMJ4?si=mVsOqLtw_XKOYII- ? Read about the changes coming in CMS Interoperability Rule 2026: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/prior-authorization/15-billion-win-physicians-prior-authorization ? Get involved! Patients and physicians can share prior authorization stories at: https://fixpriorauth.org/ ? Access AMA prior autho by AMA Update

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Applications of AI in health care: Augmented intelligence vs artificial intelligence in medicine: Benefits of AI in health care: How is AI used by doctors? What is augmented intelligence? How are LLMs used in medicine? What is ambient AI for medical documentation? Our guest is Vincent Liu, MD, MS, chief data officer, at The Permanente Medical Group. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Learn more about the AMA Health System Program here: https://bit.ly/AMA_HealthSystemProgram ? Wondering what is the difference between augmented intelligence and artificial intelligence in health care? Check out: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/digital/augmented-intelligence-medicine ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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New study on colon cancer bacteria, recent measles outbreak, MMR vaccine dose and US life expectancy: Measles outbreak 2024: Why is measles on the rise? Can bacteria in dental plaque cause colon cancer? CDC measles update, new leading causes of death and colon cancer. Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? CDC measles cases and surveillance: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/cases-outbreaks.html ? CDC measles fact sheet PDF: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/downloads/Measles-fact-sheet-508.pdf ? Wondering "how does measles spread" or curious "is measles deadly"? Watch: https://youtu.be/HaPs_HNFoB0?si=byg9vdQzF1YMjgsu ? Measles outbreak 2024: Where is measles most common? Track measles cases worldwide: https://www.cdc.gov/globalhealth/measles/data/global-measles-outbreaks.html ? CDC issues alert for measles on the rise in the US and the global measles outbreak (Increase in Global a by AMA Update

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Match Day 2024 results: NRMP match rates by specialty and SOAP match statistics: What happens on Match Day? How many residency programs are there in the US? How many medical students matched in 2024? What happens if you don't match? Our guest is Jeanette Calli, chief of Match Operations, at the National Resident Matching Program. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Read more about 2024 Match results: https://www.ama-assn.org/medical-students/preparing-residency/inside-match-day-2024-nearly-39000-matches-and-some-surprises ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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SXSW conference 2024 recap: How will AI impact healthcare in the future?: How can AI improve healthcare? What is an example of AI affecting healthcare? What is the most significant barrier to AI in healthcare? At SXSW 2024, AMA president Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, MPH, moderated a panel that addressed these questions and more. Dr. Ehrenfeld joins us today to share key takeaways from the panel's discussion and healthcare trends at SXSW. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. SXSW panels 2024: Listen to Dr. Ehrenfeld's panel, "AI, Health Care, and the Strange Future of Medicine": https://schedule.sxsw.com/2024/events/PP145624 2024 South by Southwest physician panel with Dr. Ehrenfeld includes: Claire Novorol, MD, ADA Health Mark Sendak, MD, Duke Institute For Health Innovation Alex Stinard, MD, Envision Healthcare ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Measles outbreak 2024, why measles is back in the US, and FDA approved OTC birth control pills: Why is there an outbreak of measles? How do I know if I had the measles vaccine? When will Opill be available? Can you test for colon cancer without colonoscopy? Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? CDC measles surveillance: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/cases-outbreaks.html ? CDC measles fact sheet PDF: https://www.cdc.gov/measles/downloads/Measles-fact-sheet-508.pdf ? Wondering "how do measles spread" or curious about the mortality rate of measles? Watch: https://youtu.be/HaPs_HNFoB0?si=byg9vdQzF1YMjgsu ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Paxlovid and measles outbreak news, plus MMR shot & RSV vaccine for babies: When did COVID start in the US? Should I take Paxlovid? What is the COVID death toll? Where is the measles outbreak? Is measles eliminated in the US? What is the RSV vaccine recommendations for children? Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? CDC guidelines for RSV in infants and young children: https://www.cdc.gov/rsv/high-risk/infants-young-children.html ? Find COVID-19 medications near you: https://treatments.hhs.gov/ ? ASPR COVID Treatment Locator Tool for doctors and health care providers: https://aspr.hhs.gov/COVID-19/Therapeutics/updates/Pages/important-update-11March2024.aspx ? Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response email contact: COVID19.Therapeutics@hhs.gov ? CDC website for the New Vaccine Surveillance Network: https://www.cdc.gov/surveillance/nvsn/index.html ? Do COV by AMA Update

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Change Healthcare breach: Financial relief, resources and next steps for physicians with Todd Askew: What physicians need to know about the Change Healthcare cyber security incident including financial support from CMS, AMA advocacy efforts and when service might be restored. Our guest is American Medical Association Senior Vice President of Advocacy, Todd Askew. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Stay up to date on the latest Change Healthcare news: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/change-healthcare-cyber-outage ? Find out how to prevent cyber attacks on private practice and use U.S. Department of Health and Human Services #HHS Security Risk Assessment Tool: https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/sustainability/physician-cybersecurity ? Can EHR systems be hacked? Learn more about health IT and medical cybersecurity: https://www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/patient-support-advocacy/medical-cybersecurity-patient-safety-issue ? Stay by AMA Update

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Increase practice efficiency with EHR inbox management and prescription refill strategies: How to improve EHR implementation and documentation efficiency with time-saving strategies for physicians and resources to reduce physician burnout. Our guest is Marie Brown, MD, MACP, director of Practice Redesign at the American Medical Association. AMA CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Register for the AMA STEPS Forward® Innovation Academy Saving Time: Practice Innovation Boot Camp (Sept. 23-24, 2024): https://www.ama-assn.org/about/events/saving-time-practice-innovation-boot-camp ? Learn more about the strategies Dr. Brown shared in the Saving Time Playbook: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward/module/2813034 ? Visit AMA STEPS Forward® to access all the AMA’s practice efficiency resources: https://edhub.ama-assn.org/steps-forward ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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CDC changes COVID isolation guidelines and COVID vaccine dose schedule with Sandra Fryhofer, MD: Our guest is Sandra Fryhofer, MD, AMA’s liaison to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and a member of ACIP’s COVID-19 Vaccine Workgroup. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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New USPSTF screening guidelines for anxiety, plus PrEP, depression and hypertension in pregnancy: What is a preventive screening? Does USPSTF screen for mental health? What are the best preventive screenings? Plus, why an anxiety screening for adults is now recommended. Our guest is Michael Barry, MD, chair of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? USPSTF anxiety screening tool PDF: https://uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/files/uspstf-2023-year-in-review.pdf ? Check the latest U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendations at: https://uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation-topics ?️ US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation on screening for speech and language delay and disorders in children: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2814124 ? Access The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA website): https://jamanetwork.com/ ☎️ Call or text 9-8-8 if you or anyone you know ne by AMA Update

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CDC studies on Long COVID cognitive impairment and excessive alcohol use: How often should seniors get COVID boosters? Does brain fog decrease IQ? Latest ACIP meeting recap, brain fog and IQ, how alcohol affects your health, plus ultra processed food study. Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? Do COVID tests expire? Check #FDA COVID test expiration date extensions here: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/coronavirus-covid-19-and-medical-devices/home-otc-covid-19-diagnostic-tests#list ? Searching for "COVID vaccine near me"? Find vaccines in your area at: https://www.vaccines.gov/find-vaccines/ ? Searching "where can I get a COVID test" or "where to get free COVID test kits"? Free government COVID test kits by mail still available: https://www.covid.gov/tests ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Norovirus outbreak: Is there a stomach bug going around?: How long does Norovirus last? How to treat a stomach virus, current measles outbreak in Florida, a new study on Long COVID symptoms and causes of brain fog. Our guest is AMA's Vice President of Science, Medicine and Public Health, Andrea Garcia, JD, MPH. American Medical Association CXO Todd Unger hosts. ? The AMA is your powerful ally in patient care. Join now: https://bit.ly/AMAJoinRenew by AMA Update

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Akiko Iwasaki on what causes long COVID, brain fog, the Yale Paxlovid study and long COVID treatments

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