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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Using Books to Talk With Kids About Race and Racism
Books are powerful tools that can serve as “mirrors, windows, and maps," reflecting children's own identity. Reading allows children to take a few steps in someone else's shoes, showing children the range of possibilities for their place in the world.
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Using Liquid Medicines
Many children’s medicines come in liquid form. Liquid medicines are easier to swallow than pills. But they must be used the right way.
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Using Over-the-Counter Medicines with Your Child
“Over-the-counter” (OTC) means you can buy the medicine without a doctor's prescription. This doesn’t mean that OTCs are harmless. Like prescription medicines, OTCs can be dangerous if not taken the right way. Talk with your child's doctor before giving your child any medicine, especially the first
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VIS-Rotavirus Vaccine
Rotavirus commonly causes severe, watery diarrhea, mostly in babies and young children. Vomiting and fever are also common in babies with rotavirus.
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VIS—COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccine Information Statement on COVID-19 Vaccine (October 19, 2023).
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VIS—Dengue Vaccine
Dengue is caused by one of four viruses spread through the bite of an infected mosquito.
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VIS—HPV (Human Papillomavirus) Vaccine
HPV vaccine prevents infection with human papillomavirus (HPV) types that are associated with many cancers.
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VIS—Hepatitis B Vaccine
Hepatitis B is a serious infection that affects
the liver. It is caused by the hepatitis B virus.
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VIS—Influenza (Flu) Vaccine (Inactivated or Recombinant)
With any medicine, including vaccines, there is a chance of reactions. These are usually mild and go away on their own, but serious reactions are also possible.
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VIS—Influenza (Live, Intranasal) Vaccine
Influenza (“flu”) is a contagious disease that spreads around the United States every year, usually between October and May.
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VIS—MMR Vaccine (Measles, Mumps, and Rubella)
Measles, mumps, and rubella are serious
diseases. Before vaccines they were very common, especially among children.
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VIS—MMRV (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella) Vaccine
Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella are viral diseases that can have serious consequences. Before vaccines, these diseases were very common in the United States, especially among children. They are still common in many parts of the world.
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VIS—Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine
Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness. It is a leading cause of bacterial meningitis in children 2 through 18 years old in the United States. Meningitis is an infection of the covering of the brain and the spinal cord.
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VIS—Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV13)
Pneumococcal disease refers to any illness caused by pneumococcal bacteria. These bacteria can cause many types of illnesses, including pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs. Anyone can get pneumococcal disease, but children under 2 years old, people with certain medical conditions or other risk
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VIS—Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine
Vaccination can protect older adults (and some children and younger adults) from pneumococcal disease.
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VIS—Polio Vaccine
Polio (or poliomyelitis) is a disabling and life-threatening disease caused by poliovirus, which can infect a person’s spinal cord, leading to paralysis. Polio vaccine can prevent polio.
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