The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
Almost all children get a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection at least once before they are 2 years of age. Most children have mild symptoms. But babies and some children can get very sick from RSV. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about RSV, including how to protect
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)—Child Care and Schools
A virus that causes the common cold and other respiratory signs or symptoms
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Responding to Children's Emotional Needs During Times of Crisis: Information for Parents
Pediatricians are often the first
responders for children and families suffering emotional and psychological
reactions to terrorism and other disasters. As such, pediatricians have a unique
opportunity to help parents and other caregivers communicate
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Right From the Start: ABCs of Good Nutrition for Young Children
As a parent, you are interested in your child's health. Your role is to provide healthy food in appropriate portions, and your child's role is to decide how much to eat. That is why it is important to understand how to provide healthy choices for your child.
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Ringworm of the Body
Skin infection with 1 or more ring-shaped spots. Has a rough edge and clearing of the center
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Ringworm of the Scalp
A fungus infection of the scalp. The medical name is Tinea capitis
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Ringworm—Child Care and Schools
A fungal infection that may affect the body, feet, or scalp
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Roseola
Roseola is widespread fine pink rash that’s caused by a specific virus. Classic feature is that the rash is preceded by 3 to 5 days of high fever.
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Roseola (Human Herpesvirus 6 and 7)—Child Care and Schools
A viral infection causing fever or rash in infants and children that primarily occurs between 6 and 24 months of age
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Rotavirus—Child Care and Schools
Fecal-oral route: Contact with feces of children who are infected. This generally involves an infected child contaminating his own fingers, then touching an object that another child touches. The child who touched the contaminated surface then puts her fingers into her own mouth or another person’s
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Rowing (Care of the Young Athlete)
Rowing is a lifelong, year-round sport that
requires dedication and intense training. Rowing on the water, an ergometer, and
indoor water tanks along with weight training and running are integral parts of
training. In high school and college
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Rubella (German Measles)—Child Care and Schools
A mild viral infection usually lasting 3 days that is now rare in the United States because of routine immunization.
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Running (Care of the Young Athlete)
Running, as a sport, can involve a number of
different forms, including the following:
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STI Prevention
STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease. It’s an older term and means the same thing. Some STIs cause serious complications. Do everything you can to prevent them.
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Sacral Dimple - Normal
A dimple is a small pit or depression in the skin. Location: in the midline (center) of the lowest part of the back. It is near the tip of the tailbone. You can feel the tailbone under it. Hidden within the gluteal cleft ("butt crack"). Must separate the buttocks to see it. The dimple opening is very
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Safe Bicycling Starts Early
When a child receives his or her first tricycle or bicycle, a lifelong pattern of vehicle operation is begun. A bike is not just a toy, but a vehicle that is a speedy means of transportation, subject to the same laws as motor vehicles.
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