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Jan 1, 2025 · 3. AAP: Global commission’s new obesity criteria could have unintended consequences for children. January issue digital edition
Year in review: Top 10 AAP News stories of 2023
Dec 5, 2023 · From new research to practice recommendations to advocacy efforts, AAP News has been helping pediatricians stay up to date on child health issues. Here is a look at the top 10 most-read stories on the AAP News website in 2023.
AAP: When breastfeeding problems arise in infant with tongue-tie, …
Jul 29, 2024 · The AAP has released new evidence-based guidance to help pediatricians care for mothers and infants with breastfeeding problems. It recommends prioritizing nonsurgical interventions and fostering a collaborative care model to …
Pfizer releases information on ordering new monovalent COVID …
Aug 15, 2023 · Editor’s note: For the latest news on COVID-19, visit http://bit.ly/AAPNewsCOVID19. Pfizer has released information on ordering its new …
COVID-19 pandemic | AAP News | American Academy of Pediatrics
Oct 23, 2024 · Read about the latest developments in COVID-19 vaccines and therapeutics. Plus, AAP guidance to protect children during the pandemic.
AAP: Global commission’s new obesity criteria could have …
Jan 15, 2025 · A new definition and diagnostic criteria for clinical obesity from a global commission of experts does not translate well to children and adolescents, according to experts at the AAP.
AAP advocates in a changing Washington, D.C. | AAP News
Jan 1, 2025 · The Academy recognizes that both the impending exit of some elected officials and the anticipated arrival of others create unique political dynamics for advocates.
AAP provides guidance on diagnosing, treating PANS
Dec 16, 2024 · The AAP believes pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome is a valid diagnosis and is providing guidance on diagnosis and treatment in a new clinical report. It also is calling for robust research to improve care for the condition.
AAP updates recommendations on use of pulse oximetry to screen …
Dec 16, 2024 · The AAP has updated newborn critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) screening recommendations to address key developments since screening using pulse oximetry was added to the U.S. Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP) in 2011.