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Mashup Score: 31The 5 Cs of Media Use - 1 year(s) ago
Talk to Families about Digital Media Using Our 5 Cs of Media Use. Pediatricians can provide these handouts to families during well-child visits.
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Mashup Score: 56
Why do babies and children need vaccines to help their immune systems build up protection against illnesses like hepatitis B, measles, mumps, and rubella (MM…
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We are excited to partner with @GoogleHealth and @YouTube on a new video series on childhood vaccinations. The videos for new parents talk about vaccine schedules and explain the importance of vaccines for infants. Watch here: https://t.co/nuEQwUEcdm https://t.co/prfLw2iYIE
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Mashup Score: 19Biden Delays Ban on Menthol Cigarettes - 1 year(s) ago
The proposal had been years in the making, in an effort to curb death rates of Black smokers targeted by Big Tobacco. In an election year, the president’s weak support among Black voters may have influenced the postponement.
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Today's decision by the Biden Administration to delay rules to end the sale of menthol cigarettes will have a significant, harmful impact on kid's health, especially in communities of color. As a result of the delay, more kids will become lifelong smokers. https://t.co/NSdk55qWGg
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Mashup Score: 44AAP Statement Opposing Potential Delayed Action on Menthol Cigarettes, Flavored Cigars - 1 year(s) ago
Today’s signal from the Biden administration that it will delay its final rules prohibiting menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars is dangerous, disappointing and a major missed opportunity to protect children and save lives.
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In a disappointing and dangerous move, the Biden admin signaled it will delay its final rules prohibiting menthol cigarettes. AAP urges the Biden admin to finalize these rules now and eliminate these harmful products once and for all. https://t.co/jTab18aBHn https://t.co/CDQrPU3mHF
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Mashup Score: 76Influenza - 1 year(s) ago
Information on influenza policies, resources, and tools.
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The latest AAP guidance for this flu season: Children ages 6 months and older should receive the flu vaccine as soon as possible to prevent serious illness from the flu. Young children are particularly vulnerable to the virus. Learn more during #NIVW: https://t.co/fPQqUDkUQX https://t.co/PPodAwLlWZ
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Mashup Score: 19Federal staffers recommend major design changes to infant loungers after the deaths of dozens of babies - 1 year(s) ago
An NBC News investigation found that at least 25 deaths have been linked to baby loungers since 2015.
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If enacted, a @USCPSC proposal would create the first federal safety requirements for infant loungers. Even though loungers are marketed for awake time, newborns can quickly nod off in the pillow-like products, according to AAP expert Dr. Rachel Moon: https://t.co/EPykd6z93n
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Mashup Score: 34How to Talk With Your Child About the Israel-Gaza War - 2 year(s) ago
The Israel-Gaza war is distressing, and kids may be wondering why this violence is occurring and what else will happen. Here, find tips to help you talk with them about it in a supportive, constructive way.
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Pediatrician @DrDSchonfeld, a leader on AAP’s Council on Children and Disasters, shares tips for how parents can talk to their children about what’s happening in Israel and Gaza: https://t.co/0tDcCGdjj7
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Mashup Score: 178
Zoey Levesque was practicing with her youth bowling league in Lewiston, Maine when a gunman opened fire.
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Our hearts are with Lewiston as they reel from a mass shooting. Children - like 10-year-old Zoey - who witnessed the shooting and those on lockdown are traumatized and living in fear. We must #EndGunViolence and protect kids where they live, learn and play.https://t.co/D7OZIAP9SK
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Mashup Score: 19
A new policy seeks transformation and enhancement of Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program to help ensure health equity, quality of care and improved access to vital services.
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New AAP policy statement released at @AAPExperience calls for sweeping changes to Medicaid and CHIP to provide more consistent coverage and ensure children can access the care they need to grow and thrive. Learn more: #AAP2023 https://t.co/sR8s1UxS9a https://t.co/wTE5VEWRLR
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Mashup Score: 19
A new policy seeks transformation and enhancement of Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program to help ensure health equity, quality of care and improved access to vital services.
Source: publications.aap.orgCategories: General Medicine News, PediatricsTweet-
New AAP policy statement released at @AAPExperience calls for sweeping changes to Medicaid and CHIP to provide more consistent coverage and ensure children can access the care they need to grow and thrive. Learn more: #AAP2023 https://t.co/sR8s1UxS9a https://t.co/wTE5VEWRLR
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Learn more about how to manage screen time for your kids via the new 5 Cs resource from AAP’s Center of Excellence, funded by @samhsagov: https://t.co/s9phSUAMMY https://t.co/u1znOA2Iwg