Vaccines remain among the most extensively studied advances in modern medicine. The AMA continues to support vaccine recommendations grounded in credible scientific evidence and the expertise of independent physicians and public health researchers.

We are already witnessing the rise in vaccine-preventable diseases due to declines in immunization rates across the U.S. Continuing to undermine confidence in established vaccination practices will further lower immunization rates and fuel the return of preventable diseases.

Research is key to advancing our understanding of this issue, but it must be conducted objectively, transparently, and free from political influence. It should follow strict scientific standards and allow the evidence—rather than predetermined conclusions—to guide the outcomes.

The AMA strongly supports legitimate, ongoing vaccine safety monitoring, as well as research grounded in sound science. Investigating potential adverse events is an essential part of protecting patients and maintaining public trust.

The AMA's providing guidance on how to navigate the new requirements & has been active in the courts over how the policy is being implemented. We've written Trump administration officials to express concerns about the work requirements and more frequent Medicaid eligibility redeterminations. 5/6

On Jan 1. new federal Medicaid work & community engagement requirements will begin taking effect. Certain patients, including some with substance use disorders, disabling mental illness or complex medical conditions, may qualify for exemption depending on state implementation & federal rules. 4/6

New eligibility restrictions for noncitizens under H.R. 1 took effect Oct. 1. Eligibility rules are changing across Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), Medicare, and the Health Insurance Marketplace. 3/6

The law amends many longstanding healthcare policies, including Medicaid eligibility & work requirements as well as health coverage for certain immigrants. The AMA is offering resources to help patients, physicians and medical students understand what's changing and when provisions take effect. 2/6

H.R. 1 (a.k.a. the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act”) is taking effect now. Changes to Medicaid and other federal health coverage programs could impact how patients get and maintain coverage and access care. Here’s what’s changing now and what’s ahead 🧵 1/6

Pneumonic plague is being investigated in Russia for the death of a lab worker. 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒕 𝒎𝒆𝒂𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑨𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒏𝒔? WHO rates risk outside Russia as "very low." While pneumonic plague spreads w/ face-to-face contact, recovery is high when caught quickly and treated with antibiotics. Source: APNews

NY governor declares measles disaster emergency, in response to state's rising cases. Measles is one of the most contagious viruses. Complications can include blindness, severe pneumonia, and death. 2 doses of the MMR vaccine are ~97% effective in preventing measles. Talk to your doctor.

A new option for children with sickle cell disease with recurrent VOC or TDT: the FDA expanded approval for CRISPR gene-editing therapy CASGEVY to eligible patients age 2+, down from age 12+. A specialist consultation can clarify if treatment is appropriate, timing, and risks to consider.