Cognition

Seniors

Original medicare vs. Medicare Advantage

Learn about the differences between the different Medicare options and what’s right for you.

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Vaccines & Immunizations

The importance of vaccinations

Learn just how important vaccines are to your health and your community’s health.

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First Aid and Injury Prevention

Preventing injuries

Take important steps to avoid youth sports injuries with the help of a physical therapist and your family physician.

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Medication & Drugs

COVID-19 antiviral treatment

A new medication can help protect you and the people around you if you are exposed to COVID-19.

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Conversation Starters

Adolescent immunization schedules

Staying up to date with vaccines is one of the best ways to protect you and your loved ones and prevent serious disease. Explore our recommended immunization schedules and download a copy for yourself.

Spotlight – Doctor's Note

Real advice from real doctors

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Dr. Cynthia Chen-Joea

Postpartum anxiety: what new parents should know

Dr. Jay Lee

How to get your fall respiratory vaccines

Margot Savoy, CMO of the AAFP

Dr. Margot Savoy

How physicians make vaccine recommendations

Guides and resources

Adult immunization schedules

The American Academy of Family Physicians has updated vaccine recommendations for fall 2026. Explore our recommended immunization schedules and download a copy for yourself.

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Your vaccine questions, answered.

Vaccines are one of the best ways to stay healthy and avoid severe illness. Our expert family physicians have answers to your most pressing questions about vaccines, immunization schedules and more.

The importance of vaccinations
 
Common vaccine myths
 

Video resources

How to use an inhaler for COPD

How to use an inhaler for COPD

How to make the most of your family doctor appointment

How to make the most of your family doctor appointment

Vaccine Safety: What You Should Know

Vaccine Safety: What You Should Know

RSV in Adults Over 60

RSV in Adults Over 60

Additional Tools & Resources

Teen BMI
Tools & Resources

Dictionary of Medical Terms

Symptoms
Tools & Resources

Symptoms Checker