In simple terms, a person's body mass index or BMI, is a measure of weight in relation to height. Read on for information about how BMI is calculated, what ranges pediatricians like to see in children, and why BMI—while important—can have limitations.
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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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Body Mass Index (BMI) in Children
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Boil/Abscess/Cellulitis—Child Care and Schools
These are bacterial infections of the skin that usually begin from a scratch or bug bite and progress to a red nodule that fills with pus. Boils are superficial infections with a thin layer of skin over fluid; abscesses are generally larger and deeper with redness and painful swelling over an area filled
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Books to Build Character and Teach Your Child Important Values
The American Academy of Pediatrics and Reach Out and Read have compiled the following list of books— organized by age and topic—to help you raise children who are aware of the world around them, curious, brave, kind, and thoughtful. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to review these titles in
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Born Early (Preterm): At the Hospital
Preterm (premature) birth occurs in about 10% of pregnancies in the United States. For twins, triplets, and other multiple deliveries, that number jumps to almost 60%. Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics for parents of preterm babies—what to expect after birth at the hospital.
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Born Early (Preterm): Health Concerns
Here is information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about some of the most common conditions that occur in preterm infants.
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