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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Complementary and Integrative Medicine: What Parents Need to Know
While most children in North America receive conventional medicine when they are sick, many parents want to know about natural therapies too. Alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine and folk remedies are some of the words used to describe these different therapies. Read on for more information.
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Concussion
Information and guidance about concussion.
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Concussions (Care of the Young Athlete)
A concussion is any injury to the brain that
disrupts normal brain function on a temporary or permanent basis. Concussions
are typically caused by a blow or jolt to the head.
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Connected Kids: Clinical Guide
CONNECTED KIDS: This extensive clinical guide to the
American Academy of Pediatrics' Connected Kids Program contains an
overview of all of the program's component parts, a counseling schedule,
ideas for practice implementation, and other supplemental
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Constipation (Age 1-5)
Can’t pass a stool or pain (crying) when passing a stool. Can’t pass a stool after straining or pushing longer than 10 minutes. Passes stools infrequently. Pass stools every 3 days or longer.
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