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You may be used to looking to CMS, the CDC, and your state and local authorities for COVID-19 vaccine education. But don’t overlook other sources too. >

For example: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) delves deeply into the nuances of the COVID-19 vaccines with scientific and health perspectives to allay provider, patient, and industry concerns. The guidance includes a mix of fact sheets, FAQs, videos, and more on topics like vaccine basics, research and future vaccines, the emergency use authorization (EUA) process, and healthcare tips. Review the FDA guidance at www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/covid-19-vaccines.

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Another example: The American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Nurses Association (ANA) offer clinicians guidance on shot administration, but also patient care, ethics, mental health, health equity, liability, staff-related issues, and more. You can find the AMA tools and resources at www.ama-assn.org/delivering-care/public-health/ama-covid-19-guides-health-care-professionals and the ANA guidance at www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/work-environment/health-safety/disaster-preparedness/coronavirus.>