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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Safety of Blood Transfusions
Because of illness or injury, some children need to receive transfusions of blood and blood products. This procedure may be frightening for parents and their children. Many parents are also concerned about the safety of transfusions. While blood supply in the United States is considered very safe, parents
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Salmonella—Child Care and Schools
Salmonella is an intestinal infection caused by Salmonella bacteria.
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Scab Picking Habit
Information and guidance on scab picking habit.
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Scabies
A very itchy rash caused by the scabies mite. A mite is a tiny, invisible bug that burrows under the skin
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Scabies—Child Care and Schools
An infestation of the skin by small insects called mites
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Scarlet Fever
Scarlet Fever is a speckled, red rash all over due to the Strep bacteria
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