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Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
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- AAP Policy Statement Child Life Services
- AAP News Release AAP Statement on House Passage of American Dream and Promise Act
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Speaks Out Against Bills Harming Transgender Youth
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Agrees with CDC on Updated School Guidance
- AAP News Release Updated guidance focuses on mental health risks, needs during pandemic
- AAP News Release AAP Statement on Justice Department Decision Not to Defend Public Charge Rule
- AAP Policy Statement Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatrics
- AAP Position Mental Health for Children and Teens
- AAP News Release Pediatrician: The pandemic is taking an alarming toll on children
- AAP News AAP President And Other Medical Leaders Say Moms Can’t Wait As US Maternal Mortality Crisis Continues
- AAP News Release AAP Statement on Biden Administration’s Immigration Executive Orders
- AAP Clinical Report Management Principles for Acute Illness in Patients With Medium-Chain Acyl-Coenzyme A Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- AAP News Release Pandemic takes its toll on mental health, but we have a path forward
- AAP Letter Advocates Applaud Biden Plan to Reverse Trump Public Charge Regulation
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Guidance: the COVID-19 Vaccine Is Safe, Effective and Should Be Given to All Who Are Eligible
- AAP News Release AAP Updated Guidance on Emotional Health During Covid-19 Highlights Structural Racism, Xenophobia, Online Learning Challenges
- Declaration on Climate Change and Health 2021 Declaration on Climate Change and Health – AAP
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Updates Guidance on School Safety Amid Pandemic
- AAP Clinical Report Pediatrician Guidance in Supporting Families of Children Who Are Adopted, Fostered, or in Kinship Care
- AAP Letter Letter Urging Support for the Community Immunity During COVID-19 Act and VACCINES Act
- AAP Statement American Academy of Pediatrics Urges Immediate Changes in Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine
- AAP Article Body-Mass Index Formula (BMI) in Children
- AAP Transition Plan Transition Plan: Advancing Child Health in the Biden-Harris Administration
- AAP Letter AAP comments for Dec 17 VRBPAC Meeting re Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
- AAP News Release As U.S. Approaches First COVID-19 Vaccine, Pediatricians Urge More Research on Vaccines for Children and Teens
- AAP Statement COVID-19 Message to AAP Members
- AAP Clinical Report Evaluation and Management of the Infant Exposed to HIV in the United States
- AAP Blueprint for Children A Child Health Policy Agenda for 2020 and Beyond
- AAP Clinical Report Fluoride Use in Caries Prevention in the Primary Care Setting
- AAP Clinical Report Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
- AAP Clinical Report Routine Neuroimaging of the Preterm Brain
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Issues 2020-21 Recommendations on Preventing Influenza
- AAP News Release Leading Children’s Health Groups Urge Lawmakers and Administration to Address Troubling Trends in Children’s Uninsurance
- AAP Statement AAP Statement on CDC Recommendation Against COVID-19 Testing for Asymptomatic Individuals
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics Opposes HHS Action on Childhood Vaccines; Calls It ‘Incredibly Misguided’
- AAP Letter Increase enrollment in Medicaid and CHIP, support pediatricians, and the importance of the pediatric medical home
- AAP Letter Transparency, scientific rigor, and the inclusion of children in trials for a safe and effective vaccine against the COVID-19 virus
- AAP Letter AAP letter calling on federal leaders to stand by science – not politics – in the fight against COVID-19
- AAP News Dr. Goza praises AAP, pediatricians for meeting challenges during trying year
- AAP Letter AAP letter raising concerns about reports of high rates of hysterectomy procedures and other instances of medical neglect in an ICE facility
- AAP Clinical Report Identifying the Misshapen Head: Craniosynostosis and Related Disorders
- AAP Statement Strengthening Immunization Delivery for Children Preparing for a COVID-19 Vaccine
- AAP Policy Policies to Preserve the Vaccine Delivery System for Children
- AAP Letter AAP apologizes for past racism and seeks more pathways to equity
- AAP Policy Statement Barrier Protection Use by Adolescents During Sexual Activity
- AAP Research Who are America’s children? AAP analyzes federal data
- AAP Policy Statement Participation of Children and Adolescents in Live Crisis Drills and Exercises
- AAP Clinical Report Diagnosis, Management, and Treatment of Female Genital Mutilation or Cutting in Girls
- AAP Statement AAP Statement On Prioritizing Children in Federal COVID-19 Relief Funding
- ALA Press Release 15 Health and Medical Organizations Urge EPA to Set a Stronger Ozone Standard to Protect Health
- Partnership for a Safer Maryland Blog Children’s Drowning Risk May Increase During COVID-19
- AAP Policy Statement Truth, Reconciliation, and Transformation: Continuing on the Path to Equity
- AAP News Release Pediatricians, Educators and Superintendents Urge a Safe Return to School This Fall
- AAP Letter Funding for Safely Reopening Schools
- AAP Policy Statement Digital Advertising to Children
- AAP Policy Statement Improving Health and Safety at Camp
- AAP News Release American Academy of Pediatrics, American Academy of Family Physicians, American College of Physicians and American Medical Association Statement on Official Withdrawal of U.S. from the World Health Organization
- AAP Letter COVID-19 Message to AAP Members
- AAP Statement ‘Dismantle racism at every level’: AAP President
- AAP Mentioned in CNN Report “Racism is a public health issue. The AAP condemns violence, especially when perpetrated by authorities, and calls for a deep examination of how to improve the role of policing. System violence requires systemic response.”
- AAP Clinical Guidance COVID-19 Planning Considerations: Guidance for School Re-entry
- AAP Policy Statement Electronic Documentation in Pediatrics: The Rationale and Functionality Requirements
- AAP Statement AAP Leads 192 Organizations in Letter to Congress Supporting Vaccine Legislation in Light of COVID-19
- AAP Statement COVID-19 Message from AAP President Sally Goza, MD, FAAP
- AAP Letter June 3, 2020 National AAP Letter to HHS re: child and adolescent immunization
- AAP Statement “National AAP – Strengthening Immunization Delivery for Children: Preparing for a COVID-19 Vaccine”
- AAP Statement “National AAP – Policies to Preserve the Vaccine Delivery System for Children”
- AAP Letter June 3, 2020 National AAP Letter to U.S. Senate Leaders re: provider relief funding
- AAP Policy Statement Providing Care for Infants Born at Home
- AAP Policy Statement Children With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities as Organ Transplantation Recipients
- AAP Policy Statement Abusive Head Trauma in Infants and Children
- AAP Statement Withdrawal of U.S. from the World Health Organization
- AAP Statement AAP Statement on New Data Showing Declines in Childhood Immunizations
- AAP Clinical Report Resistance Training for Children and Adolescents
- AAP Clinical Report Health Supervision for People With Achondroplasia
- AAP Clinical Report Resources Recommended for the Care of Pediatric Patients in Hospitals
- AAP Policy Statement Advocacy and Collaborative Health Care for Justice-Involved Youth
- AAP Letter April 28, 2020 Letter from AAFP, AAP, and ACOG to HHS Re: COVID Financial Relief For OBGYNs, Pediatricians, and Family Physicians
- AAP Statement Responding to Coronavirus in Pediatric Practice: A Message from AAP President Dr. Sally Goza
- AAP Statement April 6, 2020 Letter to US Department of HHS Secretary Azar Re: Prioritizing Pediatric Providers
- AAP Statement Message from AAP President Sally Goza, M.D., FAAP, on COVID-19
- Clinical Practice Guideline Nosebleed (Epistaxis)
- AAP Statement Leading Health Care Groups Issue Urgent Call for Federal Action to Address Medical Equipment Shortages
- AAP Statement April 3, 2020 Letter to US Department of HHS Secretary Azar Re: Data Collection and Public Release of COVID-19 Testing, Hospitalization, and Mortality by Race and Ethnicity
- Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices Disaster Management for the Pediatrician in the COVID-19 Response
- Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices Talking to and Supporting Children During a Pandemic
- Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices COVID 19 Pandemic – Clinical Guidance for Pediatric Practices
- AAP Clinical Report Runaway Youth: Caring for the Nation’s Largest Segment of Missing Children
- AAP Clinical Report Children Exposed to Maltreatment: Assessment and the Role of Psychotropic Medication
- AAP Clinical Report Fertility Preservation for Pediatric and Adolescent Patients With Cancer: Medical and Ethical Considerations
- AAP Policy Statement Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule: United States, 2020
- AAP Statement AAP Statement Opposing Public Charge Final Rule
- AAP Statement American Academy of Pediatrics and American Lung Association Statement on Tobacco Package in Extenders Bill
- AAP Policy Statement Chemical-Biological Terrorism and Its Impact on Children
- AAP Clinical Report Physical Activity Assessment and Counseling in Pediatric Clinical Settings
- Blueprint for Children 2018 Update: What’s Next in Child Health Advocacy
- AAP Clinical Report Dealing With the Caretaker Whose Judgment Is Impaired by Alcohol or Drugs: Legal and Ethical Considerations
- AAP Clinical Report Dealing With the Caretaker Whose Judgment Is Impaired by Alcohol or Drugs: Legal and Ethical Considerations
- AAP Clinical Report Drugs Used to Treat Pediatric Emergencies
- AAP Statement AAP Statement on Gun Violence Prevention Research Funding
- AAP Health Initiative Addressing The Opioid Epidemic
- AAP Policy Statement Unique Needs of the Adolescent
- AAP Clinical Report Promoting Optimal Development: Identifying Infants and Young Children With Developmental Disorders Through Developmental Surveillance and Screening
- AAP Clinical Report Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
- AAP Clinical Report Pediatric Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: Evidence, Barriers, and Best Practices
- AAP Technical Report Aluminum Effects in Infants and Children
- AAP Policy Statement Mental Health Competencies for Pediatric Practice
- MDAAP Committee Statement September is National Preparedness Month
- Census 2020 census: Make sure every child is counted
- AAP Policy Statement Emergency Contraception
- AAP Statement Food Additives
- AAP News – September 2019 Leading Children’s Health and Medical Groups Urge Action Following Increase in Number of Uninsured Children
- AAP Policy Statement – October 2019 The Use of Nonnutritive Sweeteners in Children
- AAP Policy Statement – October 2019 Pediatric Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery: Evidence, Barriers, and Best Practices
- AAP Clinical Report – October 2019 Soccer Injuries in Children and Adolescents
- AAP Policy Statement – September 2019 Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2019–2020
- AAP News – October 2019 AAP Applauds Rulings to Reject the Public Charge Rule
- AAP Policy Statement – August 2019 The Impact of Racism on Child and Adolescent Health
- AAP Clinical Report – October 2019
Updates on an At-Risk Population: Late-Preterm and Early-Term Infants - AAP Policy Statement – July 2019
Electronic Communication of the Health Record and Information With Pediatric Patients and Their Guardians - AAP Clinical Practice Guidelines – October 2019
Clinical Practice Guideline for the Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents - AAP Policy Statement – October 2019
Pediatric Application of Coding and Valuation Systems - AAP Clinical Report – September 2019
School-aged Children Who Are Not Progressing Academically: Considerations for Pediatricians
- AAP Policy Statement – July 2019
Alcohol Use by Youth - AAP Policy Statement – July 2019
Improving Health and Safety at Camp - AAP Policy Statement – March 2019
Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedules: United States, 2019 - AAP News – June 2019
CDC: Travelers to Europe should protect themselves from measles - AAP Statement – January 2019
Nation’s Pediatricians Prescribe Plan to Boost School Attendance - AAP News – January 2019
AAP pushes for appropriate medical care for immigrant children - AAP Statement – January 2019
Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex in Education Programs or
Activities Receiving Federal Financial Assistance - AAP Policy Statement – May 2019
Prevention of Drowning - AAP Clinical Report – April 2019
Prescribing Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy Services for Children With Disabilities - AAP Clinical Report – April 2019
The Effects of Early Nutritional Interventions on the Development of Atopic Disease in Infants and Children: The Role of Maternal Dietary Restriction, Breastfeeding, Hydrolyzed Formulas, and Timing of Introduction of Allergenic Complementary Foods - AAP Policy Statement – October 2018
Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2018–2019 - AAP Policy Statement – January 2019
E-Cigarettes and Similar Devices - AAP Policy Statement – January 2019
The Link Between School Attendance and Good Health - AAP Statement of Endorsement – January 2019
Spinal Motion Restriction in the Trauma Patient - AAP Policy Statement – January 2019
Principles of Pediatric Patient Safety: Reducing Harm Due to Medical Care - AAP Statement of Endorsement – January 2019
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Quality Palliative Care - AAP Clinical Practice Guideline – January 2019
Clinical Practice Guideline for the Management of Infantile Hemangiomas - AAP Clinical Report – January 2019
Health and Mental Health Needs of Children in US Military Families - AAP Statement – January 8, 2019
AAP Statement on Universal Background Check Legislation - AAP Statement – November 26, 2018
AAP Statement in Response to Tear Gas Being Used Against Children at the U.S. Southern Border - Recommended Immunization Schedule
Recommended Immunization Schedule for Children and Adolescents Aged 18 Years or Younger, UNITED STATES, 2018 - AAP Clinical Report – December 2018
Psychosocial Factors in Children and Youth With Special Health Care Needs and Their Families - AAP Policy Statement – December 2018
Incorporating Recognition and Management of Perinatal Depression Into Pediatric Practice - AAP Clinical Report – December 2018
Selecting Appropriate Toys for Young Children in the Digital Era - AAP Clinical Practice Guideline – November 2018
Clinical Practice Guideline: Maintenance Intravenous Fluids in Children - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
Screening Examination of Premature Infants for Retinopathy of Prematurity - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
Pediatric Considerations Before, During, and After Radiological or Nuclear Emergencies - AAP Statement – September 12, 2018
AAP Statement in Response to FDA’s Announcement on E-Cigarettes - AAP News – September 17, 2018
Study: Infant walker injuries support AAP’s call for a ban - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
Targeted Reforms in Health Care Financing to Improve the Care of Adolescents and Young Adults - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
The Role of Pediatricians in Global Health - AAP Clinical Report – November 2018
Management of Neonates Born at ≤34 6/7 Weeks’ Gestation With Suspected or Proven Early-Onset Bacterial Sepsis - AAP Clinical Report – November 2018
Sport-Related Concussion in Children and Adolescents - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
Effective Discipline to Raise Healthy Children - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
The Effects of Armed Conflict on Children - AAP Policy Statement – November 2018
Pediatric Readiness in the Emergency Department - AAP Clinical Report – October 2018
Supporting the Health Care Transition From Adolescence to Adulthood in the Medical Home - AAP Policy Statement – September 2018
The Teen Driver - AAP Policy Statement – September 2018
Ensuring Comprehensive Care and Support for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Children and Adolescents - AAP Policy Statement – September 2018
Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2018–2019 - AAP Clinical Report – September 2018
The Role of Integrated Care in a Medical Home for Patients With a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder - AAP News – August 30, 2018
New child passenger safety seat guidance advises kids to ride rear-facing as long as possible; drops age criterion - AAP Policy Statement – August 2018
Child Passenger Safety - AAP Clinical Report – August 2018
Marijuana Use During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Implications for Neonatal and Childhood Outcomes - AAP Clinical Report – August 2018
The Power of Play: A Pediatric Role in Enhancing Development in Young Children - AAP Statement – June 20, 2018
AAP Statement on Executive Order on Family Separation - AAP Statement – June 15, 2018
AAP Statement Opposing the Border Security and Immigration Reform Act - AAP News – June 14, 2018
AAP a leading voice against separating children, parents at border - AAP Statement – April 27, 2018
AAP Statement on U.S. House of Representatives’ Passage of FAA Reauthorization Bill - AAP News – March 16, 2018
Call to action: New AAP research initiative aims to protect children from firearm injuries - AAP Clinical Report – July 2018
Physician’s Role in Coordinating Care of Hospitalized Children - AAP Clinical Report – July 2018
Counseling in Pediatric Populations at Risk for Infertility and/or Sexual Function Concerns - AAP Policy Statement – July 2018
Food Additives and Child Health - AAP Clinical Report – July 2018
The Eye Examination in the Evaluation of Child Abuse - REPOST of AAP Policy Statement – March 2017
Detention of Immigrant Children - AAP Clinical Report – June 2018
The Prenatal Visit - AAP Policy Statement – June 2018
Advocating for Life Support Training of Children, Parents, Caregivers, School Personnel, and the Public - AAP Policy Statement – April 2018
School Bus Transportation of Children With Special Health Care Needs - AAP Clinical Report – April 2018
Interpretation of Do Not Attempt Resuscitation Orders for Children Requiring Anesthesia and Surgery - AAP Policy Statement – Reaffirmed March 2018
Firearm-Related Injuries Affecting the Pediatric Population - AAP Policy Statement – March 2018
Pediatric Medication Safety in the Emergency Department - AAP Statement of Endorsement – February 2018
Guidelines for Adolescent Depression in Primary Care (GLAD-PC): Part II. Treatment and Ongoing Management - AAP Statement of Endorsement – February 2018
Guidelines for Adolescent Depression in Primary Care (GLAD-PC): Part I. Practice Preparation, Identification, Assessment, and Initial Management - AAP Policy Statement – February 2018
Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedules: United States, 2018 - AAP Policy Statement – originally released May 2011
Use of Chaperones During the Physical Examination of the Pediatric Patient - MD Chapter Pediatric Council – Hassle Factor Form
MD Chapter Pediatric Council – Hassle Factor Form - National AAP Encourages Pediatricians to “Vote for Kids”
National AAP Encourages Pediatricians to “Vote for Kids” - GHHI and DHMH: A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Your Family From Lead Poisoning (Video)
GHHI and DHMH: A Parent’s Guide to Protecting Your Family From Lead Poisoning (Video) - AAP Policy Statement – January 2018
Pediatricians and Public Health: Optimizing the Health and Well-Being of the Nation’s Children - AAP Policy Statement – January 2018
Advocacy for Improving Nutrition in the First 1000 Days To Support Childhood Development and Adult Health
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- AAP Policy Statement – December 2017
Stigma Experienced by Children and Adolescents With Obesity - AAP Policy Statement – November 2017
Global Human Trafficking and Child Victimization - AAP Policy Statement – November 2017
Stigma Experienced by Children and Adolescents With Obesity - AAP Diversity and Inclusion Statement – October 2017
- AAP Policy Statement – October 2017
Cord Blood Banking for Potential Future Transplantation - AAP Policy Statement – October 2017
The Care of Children With Congenital Heart Disease in Their Primary Medical Home - AAP Clinical Report – October 2017
Sexual and Reproductive Health Care Services in the Pediatric Setting - AAP Policy Statement – October 2017
Infection Prevention and Control in Pediatric Ambulatory Settings - AAP Clinical Report – September 2017
Adolescent and Young Adult Tattooing, Piercing, and Scarification - AAP Policy Statement – September 2017
Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2017 – 2018 - AAP Statement on Senate Decision Not to Vote on Graham-Cassidy Bill – September 26, 2017
AAP Statement on Senate Decision Not to Vote on Graham-Cassidy Bill - AAP Statement Opposing President Trump’s Decision to End Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals Program – September 9, 2017
AAP Statement Opposing President Trump’s Decision to End Deferred Action on Childhood Arrivals Program - AAP: DACA revocation a ‘cruel setback for immigrant children – September 5, 2017
AAP: DACA revocation a ‘cruel setback for immigrant children - AAP Policy Statement – August 2017
Age Limit of Pediatrics - AAP Policy Statement – August 2017
Options Counseling for the Pregnant Adolescent Patient - AAP Statement of Endorsement –
August 2017
Antenatal Corticosteroid Therapy for Fetal Maturation - AAP Policy Statement – August 2017
Early Childhood Home Visiting - AAP Policy Statement – August 2017
Guidance on Forgoing Life-Sustaining Medical Treatment - AAP Policy Statement – August 2017
Elimination of Perinatal He patitis B: Providing the First Vaccine Dose Within 24 Hours of Birth - AAP Statement on Hurricane Harvey – August 29, 2017
AAP Statement on Hurricane Harvey - AAP decries racism, violence; recommits to strong action on diversity and inclusion – August 18, 2017
AAP decries racism, violence; recommits to strong action on diversity and inclusion - AAP Policy Statement – July 2017
Principles of Child Health Care Financing - AAP Policy Statement – July 2017
Quality Early Education and Child Care From Birth to Kindergarten - AAP Statement of Endorsement– July 2017
Operating Procedures for Pediatric Telehealth - AAP Policy Statement – July 2017
Guiding Principles for Team-Based Pediatric Care - AAP Policy Statement – May 2017
Fruit Juice in Infants, Children, and Adolescents: Current Recommendations - AAP Clinical Report – May 2017
Pain Assessment and Treatment in Children With Significant Impairment of the Central Nervous System - AAP Clinical Report – May, 2017
The Breastfeeding-Friendly Pediatric Office Practice - AAP Statement – May 23, 2017 – by Fernando Stein, MD, FAAP, President
AAP Statement Opposing President Trump’s Fiscal Year 2018 Budget - AAP Press Room – May 17, 2017
AAP Urges Parents to Confirm Lead Tests Following FDA Warning - AAP Clinical Report – April 2017
The Primary Care Pediatrician and the Care of Children With Cleft Lip and/or Cleft Palate - AAP Policy Statement – April 2017
Nonemergency Acute Care: When It’s Not the Medical Home - AAP Clinical Report – March 2017
Clinical Considerations Related to the Behavioral Manifestations of Child Maltreatment - Addressing Food Insecurity: A Toolkit for Pediatricians
The AAP and the Food Research & Action Center jointly released a new - Top 10 resolutions at AAP Annual Leadership Forum – March 2017
Resolutions included protecting the children of immigrants, improving mental health access, advocating to stand against hate crimes and other discriminatory behavior, wider availability of epinephrine supplies in schools, and evidence-based firearm policy and research. - AAP Policy Statement – February 2017
2017 Recommendations for Preventive Pediatric Health Care (Committee on Practice and Ambulatory Medicine, Bright Futures Periodicity Schedule Workgroup) - AAP Clinical Report – February 2017
Care of the Adolescent After an Acute Sexual Assault - AAP Policy Statement – Feb 2017
A Public Health Response to Opioid Use in Pregnancy - AAP Clinical Report – Feb 2017
Counseling Parents and Teens About Marijuana Use in the Era of Legalization of Marijuana - From AAP, Clinical Report – Feb 2017
Epinephrine for First-aid Management of Anaphylaxis - From AAP, Clinical Report – Feb 2017
Guidance on Completing a Written Allergy and Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan - From AAP Council on Children with Disabilities (COCWD)
Policy Statements, Clinical Reports, and Technical Reports - From AAP Facts 1/31/17
American Academy of Pediatrics Five-Year Strategic Plan - From AAP News SmartBrief 1/23/17
Updated recommendations issued on live contact practices in college football - From AAP News OnCall 1/16/17
New program – Screening in Practice Initiative - From AAP SmartBrief 1/11/17
AAP comments on FDA warning on anesthesia use in young children - From AAP News OnCall 1/9/17
New guidelines detail use of ‘infant-safe’ peanut to prevent allergy - From AAP News OnCall 1/9/17
Updated guideline advises on treating children with impacted cerumen - From AAP NewsOnCall – 1/2/17
Liability risks associated with mental health care can be managed: Primary care pediatricians have a growing sense of responsibility and unique opportunities to prevent and address mental health and substance use problems in the medical home. Link Here - From AAP NewsOnCall – 1/2/17
January is National Birth Defects Prevention Month: Prevention of infections such as those caused by common viruses, sexually transmitted diseases, and infections are critical to reducing the risks for birth defects. Pediatricians can partner with families to prevent infections to protect babies. Visit the National Birth Defects Prevention Network website for more information Click Here - From AAP Department of Public Affairs 1/2/17
STORES RECOMMEND SPORTS SUPPLEMENT FOR UNDERAGE CUSTOMERS DESPITE POSSIBLE HEALTH RISKS: Link Here - From AAP SmartBrief 1/4/17
New AAP president details priorities for 2017 - Please click here to read the Baltimore Sun article Maryland cancer centers pushing for more use of HPV vaccine.Posted 1/29/16.
- Please click here to read the Baltimore Sun article Vaccine for common respiratory infection shows promise in trials, which features a picture of Rachel Plotnick, MD, FAAP. Posted 1/5/16.
- The Maryland Heroin and Opioid Emergency Task Force has released its final report. Please click here to view the full report. Posted 12/3/15.
- AAP Policy Statement – December 2017