Guidelines

Natasha Sriraman, MD, general academic pediatrician, discusses the American Academy of Pediatrics conference that took place from October 7, 2022, to October 11, 2022.

In a session at the 2022 AAP National Conference & Exhibition, a physician presenter enumerates unique challenges in treating emerging infectious diseases in children and takes a look at the current pediatric COVID-19 therapies—and evidence gaps.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has released a join policy statement with the American College of Emergency Physicians and the Emergency Nurses Organizations discussing how child safety can be optimized in emergency settings.

Russell Libby, MD, FAAP, one of the Editorial Advisory Board members for Contemporary Pediatrics®, discusses why he is excited about going to the American Academy of Pediatrics National Conference & Exhibition in Anaheim, California, October 7-11.

In a recent study, researchers found that respiratory illness rates fell when precautions against COVID-19 were in place.

The editor-in-chief of Contemporary Pediatrics® shares her enthusiasm about heading out to Anaheim, California, for the first live American Academy of Pediatrics Conference since 2019.

In a recent report, the American Academy of Pediatrics discussed how influenza affects children and how it can be prevented.

In a new statement, the American Academy of Pediatrics outlines the importance of immunization information systems.

In a recent report, the American Academy of Pediatrics offered updated guidance for treating and managing head lice.

From 2010 to 2017, battery-related emergency department visits in pediatric patients saw a significant increase.

In a recent policy statement, the AAP discussed the benefits of providing timely, affordable care to all children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has released a policy statement addressing sexual and gender-based harassment in pediatric workplaces and classrooms, and advises physicians on how to tackle these issues.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has outlined safety tips to keep children physically and emotionally healthy as they return to school this season.

In a recent study, researchers found that text message reminders led to increased influenza vaccination rates, along with many receiving the vaccine sooner.

Hyperbilirubinemia can lead to brain complications in rare instances, which the guidelines work to prevent.

As immunization rates fall in children, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a checkup with physicians.

Health care is more effective when developed to support specific needs of children.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends children aged 5 to 11 receive the BNT-162b2 vaccination.