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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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Infection—Child Care and Schools
A viral infection common in children (Up to 70% of normal children aged 1 to 3 years in group care settings excrete cytomegalovirus [CMV].)
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DTaP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis) Vaccine (VIS)
Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis are
serious diseases caused by bacteria. Diphtheria and pertussis are
spread from person to person. Tetanus enters the body through cuts or
wounds.
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Dandruff - Normal
Information and guidance on dandruff.
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Dangers of Secondhand Smoke
Even if you don’t smoke, breathing in someone else’s smoke can be deadly too. Secondhand smoke causes about 3,000 deaths from lung cancer and tens of thousands of deaths from heart disease to nonsmoking adults in the United States each year.
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Dark Circles Under the Eyes - Normal
Information and guidance on normal instance of dark circles under the eyes.
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