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BREAKING NEWS: The @AmerAcadPeds is launching a new research initiative to protect children from firearm injuries. Details: #EndGunViolence #Enough #AAPLeads
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“Separating children from their parents contradicts everything we stand for as pediatricians — protecting and promoting children’s health." -- @AAPPres @AmerAcadPeds intensifies its advocacy to #ProtectFamilies :
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Reporting on family separation at the border, @jacobsoboroff saw children in cages sleeping on concrete floors. “This is a systematic failure by our government that is going to leave a lasting mark on children," he said to @juliemlinton at #AAP2020 :
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Congrats to @DrKimSchrier , the first pediatrician elected to Congress! #putkids1st
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Fewer kids are injured by gun violence in areas with more strict laws, #AAP17 study finds.
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“Sometimes, that’s what we need — just somebody to believe what we say, as individuals, as kids, as adults, and someone to have to protect us … and I think that's what you guys do, as pediatricians, so well.” -- @Simone_Biles at #AAP2021 . Story:
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Olympic medalist @Simone_Biles shares story of perseverance through mental health challenges with pediatricians at #AAP2021 : #AAP2021
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The @AmerAcadPeds says the goal for the coming school year should be to have students "physically present." According to interim guidance on re-entry, "schools are critical to addressing racial and social inequity." Read more at
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"Prolonged exposure to serious stress – known as toxic stress – can lead to lifelong health consequences. ... We must remember that immigrant children are still children."
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Statement from @AAPPres Dr. Colleen Kraft opposing the Border Security and Immigration Reform Act: Family separation causes irreparable harm. #ProtectFamilies
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FDA approves generic EpiPen epinephrine auto-injectors.
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SARS-CoV-2 antibodies found in breast milk after vaccination, according to a new study in @AAPJournals . Our story:
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New signage in the @AmerAcadPeds headquarters. #PutKidsFirst
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The CDC’s vaccine committee, ACIP, has voted 14-0 in favor of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11 years. Now to @CDCDirector for final approval. Story to come.
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COVID-19 vaccines for children must ‘strike a balance’ and the @AmerAcadPeds will be a key consultant, @NIAIDNews Director Dr. Anthony Fauci says in his #AAP2020 keynote:
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First pediatrician elected to Congress @RepKimSchrier prioritizes health care, gun safety, #PutKids1st
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Myocarditis risk 37 times higher for children with COVID-19 than uninfected peers, according to a new @CDCMMWR :
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FDA committee votes 17-0 in favor of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 5-11 with one member abstaining. Next goes to FDA commissioner and then CDC. Story to come.
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A @CDCgov guide helps pediatricians prepare for COVID vaccination of children under 5:
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The FDA has approved the monoclonal antibody nirsevimab for infants born during or entering their first RSV season and young children up to 24 months who remain at risk of severe disease in their second RSV season.
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FDA approves nirsevimab to prevent RSV in infants

The monoclonal antibody was approved as a single injection for infants and high-risk toddlers up to 24 months.

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The @CDCgov vaccine committee just voted 14-0 with one recusal in favor of using the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for ages 12-15.
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COVID-19 vaccination of adolescents ages 12-15 can now begin. The @AmerAcadPeds and @CDCgov both recommend it. Our story has info on safety, efficacy and coadministration with other vaccines: #ThisIsOurShot #CallYourPediatrician
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Olympic medalist @Simone_Biles shares story of perseverance through mental health challenges with pediatricians at #AAP2021 : #AAP2021
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Pediatricians, write a "prescription" for play. It will help boost social-emotional, cognitive and language skills, according to new recommendations from @AmerAcadPeds
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A new monoclonal antibody to protect infants and high-risk toddlers from RSV is expected to be available this fall, following Thursday’s @CDCDirector approval. Clinical guidance and logistical considerations for using nirsevimab are below.
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CDC approves monoclonal antibody to protect infants from RSV

RSV causes about 58,000 to 80,000 hospitalizations and 100 to 300 deaths per year in children under 5 years.

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The @AmerAcadPeds is renewing its call for an end to family separation at the border following a new report showing thousands more children were separated than previously disclosed.
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"Regardless of where children are born or who their parents are, we will continue to intervene so that adverse childhood experiences do not define them or become their destiny." -- @AAPPres in her latest letter: #FamiliesBelongTogether #ProtectFamilies
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The @AmerAcadPeds stands against stigmatization and marginalization of transgender and gender-diverse youths. A new policy aims to help pediatricians and parents navigate their health concerns while advocating for ways to eliminate discrimination.
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Supporting pediatricians who are experiencing stress, threats of violence and/or public attacks with expedited assistance was chosen as the No. 1 resolution by attendees at the 2022 AAP Leadership Conference #AAPLeads
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. @AmerAcadPeds Fellow Dr. Rachel L. Levine has been chosen to serve as assistant secretary of @HHSGov . Congrats @SecretaryLevine ! Our story:
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Gunfire kills or injures more than 7,000 U.S. children and teenagers each year. @AmerAcadPeds is launching a new research initiative to prevent these devastating incidents. Read more at #EndGunViolence #Enough #AAPLeads
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Pediatricians who have endured physical and online attacks from anti-vaccine groups hope the #COVID19 pandemic will turn public sentiment against these groups. Read about how pediatricians are fighting back: #VaccinesWork
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The @AmerAcadPeds has released updated guidance for managing neonatal hyperbilirubinemia:
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The @AmerAcadPeds urges universal cloth face coverings for those ages 2 and up, with ‘rare exception’ Read more at
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Flu vaccination is more important than ever as flu and SARS-CoV-2 co-exist. Read about @AmerAcadPeds ' new flu policy at #FightFlu #VaccinesWork
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Pediatricians can begin reserving Moderna’s new monovalent COVID-19 vaccines as they await final approval from health officials. The vaccines will come in several single-dose presentations.
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Pediatricians can reserve Moderna’s new COVID-19 vaccines

The FDA is expected to approve updated COVID-19 vaccines in the coming weeks.

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Hundreds of @AmerAcadPeds members urged Congress to #EndGunViolence . Read about their efforts during #AAPLegCon at .
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In-school COVID spread reduced by 72% with universal masking, according to a new study in @aap_peds :
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The @AmerAcadPeds , @AACAP and @hospitals4kids have declared a national emergency in children’s mental health and are urging policymakers to #PutKids1st . Our story:
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The @AmerAcadPeds @AmerMedicalAssn and @hospitals4kids urge action to protect physicians and patients from threats of violence for providing and seeking evidence-based gender-affirming care:
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Young people "are marching for their lives and leading the way in seeking change … and we pediatricians are right there with them." -- @AAPPres in her latest letter: #MarchForOurLives #EndGunViolence
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Uvalde pediatrician Dr. Roy A. Guerrero recounts horror of school shooting, urges gun control advocacy at @AAPexperience #AAP2022 : “I’m here to ask you join us in this fight and honor the memory of these fallen angels.”
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BREAKING: The CDC’s vaccine committee recommends use of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine for people ages 18 and older. Now it goes to the CDC director for approval.
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The @AmerAcadPeds has created a visual guide to help pediatricians administer nirsevimab to protect infants from RSV:
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"Pediatricians stand with the immigrant families we care for and will continue to advocate that their needs are met and prioritized.” - @AAPPres Here's a look at the @AmerAcadPeds advocacy on immigration in 2017:
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The @AmerAcadPeds is recommending all infants under 8 months receive nirsevimab to protect them from RSV, while also providing guidance for continued use of palivizumab in the 2023-’24 season.
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AAP releases nirsevimab guidance, calls for continued access to palivizumab

Nirsevimab is intended to protect children from RSV.

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Pediatrics fills 98% of positions in #Match2017 . Read about it at . Congrats to all #FutureFAAP !
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"Don’t assume the worst in people when you see them doing something you don’t understand. Why don’t you just ask them?" U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor said in her #AAP19 plenary. Full story at
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The @CDCgov recommends everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine. The updated vaccines are a better match for circulating virus strains and are expected to be available later this week.
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CDC approves updated COVID-19 vaccines for children, adults

The updated vaccines aim to better match circulating virus strains and address waning protection.

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. @AmerAcadPeds will continue to “ensure young people get the reproductive and gender-affirming care they need and are seen, heard and valued as they are." -- CEO @AAPDelMonte AAP reaffirmed its gender-affirming care policy & authorized expanded guidance.
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AAP reaffirms gender-affirming care policy, authorizes systematic review of evidence to guide update

The board's decision reflects concerns about restrictions to access to health care with bans on gender-affirming care in more than 20 states.

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Congrats to Dr. Sandy Chung, @drsandychung , of Fairfax, Va., who has been voted @AmerAcadPeds President-elect! For more election results, visit .
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. @AmerAcadPeds : Don’t use COVID-19 vaccine off-label for children:
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Updated @AmerAcadPeds guidance addresses delayed cord-clamping, breastfeeding, testing and discharge for newborns whose mothers have suspected or confirmed COVID-19
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Dr. Fauci: Pediatricians served as a ‘shining light’ during the COVID-19 pandemic. The @AmerAcadPeds presented an Honorary Fellow designation to the former NIAID director Monday at the @AAPexperience #AAP2023 Story: .
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Dr. Fauci: Pediatricians served as ‘shining light’ during COVID-19 pandemic

The AAP presented Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., with an Honorary Fellow designation at the National Conference & Exhibition Monday in recognition of his decades of leadership, dedication, wisdom and...

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The @AmerAcadPeds continues to emphasize that alternatives to detention exist for families at the border, and children fare best in community settings, under the care of parents who love them. #FamiliesBelongTogether Read about AAP efforts at
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Children ages 5-11 eligible for bivalent COVID vaccine boosters after getting OK from FDA, CDC:
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Children ages 5-11 eligible for bivalent COVID vaccine boosters

Children who have completed a primary series are eligible two months after previous doses.

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The FDA has approved an RSV vaccine for pregnant people to protect infants from birth through 6 months.
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FDA approves RSV vaccine for pregnant people to protect infants

Pfizer’s RSVPreF (Abrysvo) was approved for use at 32-36 weeks’ gestation.

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Congrats to @AmerAcadPeds Fellow @DavidAKesslerMD who has been chosen to lead the Operation Warp Speed COVID response! Our story:
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New child passenger safety seat guidance advises kids to ride rear-facing as long as possible; drops age criterion. @DrBenHoffman explains:
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The @AmerAcadPeds and @Pinterest are partnering to fight vaccine misinformation: #VaccinesWork #VaccinesSaveLives
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. @AAPPres : "Many organizations talk about changing the world, but few have the talent, resources and expertise to make it happen. The Academy has an abundance of all three." A look at recent AAP efforts:
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@AmerAcadPediatrics issues guidance on infants born to mothers with suspected or confirmed COVID-19,
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ICYMI: @AmerAcadPeds issues guidance on infants born to mothers with suspected or confirmed #COVID19 :
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Just released - @AmerAcadPeds ' 2018-19 flu policy. Everyone 6 months and over should be vaccinated. Flu shot is the primary choice. #VaccinesWork #FightFlu
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. @AmerAcadPeds calls for urgent changes in care of migrant children following latest border visit.
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Cervical cancer declines follow HPV vaccine introduction, new study shows. #NIAM18 #VaccinesWork
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A new project from the @AmerAcadPeds and five other health orgs aims to support female physicians in wellness, equity, leadership.
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. @AmerAcadPeds & @docsforclimate are speaking out about climate change harming patients’ health. #HealthAndClimate
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Congrats to @sallygoza , who was voted @AmerAcadPeds president-elect! Members also approved changes to AAP bylaws and selected other national officers. For more election results, visit
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Congrats to Dr. Moira A. Szilagyi, @drmoira777 , of Marina Del Rey, Calif., who has been voted @AmerAcadPeds president-elect! More details and election results at
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“The Academy has taken on some of the largest national health challenges of our time, and we’ve done so in a way we can be proud of." - @AAPPres Read about efforts on gun violence, family separation at the border, and more: #AAP18
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The @AmerAcadPeds has updated its autism guidance for the first time in 12 years:
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Getting nirsevimab to all infants to protect them from RSV will be a monumental undertaking for a pediatric health care system already burdened by financial and logistical challenges. The @AmerAcadPeds is calling for federal support and equitable access.
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AAP calls for support for pediatricians, equitable access to new RSV product

Getting the new monoclonal antibody nirsevimab to all U.S. infants will be a monumental undertaking for a pediatric health care system already burdened by financial and logistical challenges.

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CDC adds 71 cases of pediatric hepatitis to investigation; will hold webinar for clinicians May 19:
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Schools will have a lot to consider before reopening in the wake of #COVID19 . The @AmerAcadPeds has just released new guidance that addresses physical and mental health, instructional time, and more:
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A new @AmerAcadPeds policy suggests that pediatricians ask patients about the number of missed school days in the past month because the question can yield a wealth of information to optimize patient care.
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At least 37 children have died of flu this season and @CDCgov is urging everyone 6 months and older to be vaccinated. #FlightFlu .
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“It became clear to me that we don’t have enough people who show up in Washington, D.C., or state capitols who have children as their bottom line," said pediatrician @AnnieAndrewsMD , founder of @Their__Future . Our Vote.
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Pediatrician who ran for Congress turns focus to candidates with child health platforms

Annie Andrews, M.D., FAAP, launched Their Future. Our Vote.

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Ongoing toxic stress responses change a child’s genes and brain, which may lead to learning and behavior problems and diseases like obesity and diabetes. Learn more at
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Thank you to @GoogleDoodles for honoring two of our pediatric leaders! What a neat way to recognize all that Dr. Apgar and Dr. Rodriguez Trias contributed to medicine.
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Measles cases have risen to 764 and @CDCgov has developed a new toolkit for health care professionals in light of the outbreaks. Info: #VaccinesWork
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The @AmerAcadPeds is speaking out against the public charge proposal that would result in some immigrant families forgoing vital services in order to keep their families together in the U.S. Read more & get involved: #ProtectFamilies
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The 2021-’22 @AmerAcadPeds flu policy emphasizes the importance of flu vaccination during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, allows for coadministration with COVID-19 vaccine.
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Teething necklaces can lead to choking, strangulation, according to a new @US_FDA warning.
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The @AmerAcadPeds National Nominating Committee has selected Dr. Sandy L. Chung, of Fairfax, Va., and Dr. Joseph L. Wright, of Cheverly, Md., as candidates for AAP president-elect. Our story:
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Updated @AmerAcadPeds policy: Use effective discipline strategies for children that do not involve spanking, other forms of corporal punishment or verbal shaming. #AAP18
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Several thousand children are injured while using infant walkers each year, according to a new @nationwidekids study in @AAPJournals . For years, @AmerAcadPeds has called for a ban.
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First pediatrician in Congress @RepKimSchrier leads @AmerAcadPeds -championed bill to increase vaccinations #VaccinesWork
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Welcome to @AAPexperience #AAP2020 . Prepare to be wowed! Your complete guide to the conference is at
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“Every single one of us has a role to empower all children ... to speak up against hate.” - @juliemlinton #AAP17
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FDA authorizes COVID-19 vaccine for adolescents ages 12-15; @AAPPres applauds decision:
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“This is the greatest human and civil rights crisis of our time. It’s happening in our country. And as such, we need a new civil rights movement.” - @adamjohnfoss talks about criminal justice reform. Story: #AAP18
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Pediatrics fill almost 98% of positions in #Match2020 . Congrats and welcome to all of the #FutureFAAP ! More details at
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“Hate is not innate, and racism can be dismantled.” -- AAP Board Member Dr. Joseph L. Wright @AmerAcadPeds leaders OK developing anti-racism bylaws referendum: And included combating racism in top 10 ALF resolutions: #AAPLeads
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Flu death toll rises to 171 children, tying a record. About 80% were unvaccinated.
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Prenatal Tdap vaccine is not linked to autism, according to a new study in @AAPJournals . Read about it at #NIAM18 #VaccinesWork
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Kudos to @ChomiloMD and @DrHeardGarris who have been named to the board of @reachoutandread ! Read about them and other @AmerAcadPeds Fellows making headlines:
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The @AmerAcadPeds has released new guidance on diagnosing and treating MIS-C, the inflammatory condition in children linked to #COVID19 . Our story:
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Excess sugar consumption contributes to obesity, heart disease, tooth decay, and more. The @AmerAcadPeds and @American_Heart are calling for a tax on sugary drinks in order to reduce consumption.
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The @AmerAcadPeds updated interim guidance for schools and sports during the pandemic in light of new quarantine and isolation guidance from @CDCgov . It continues to advocate for in-person learning using layers of protection like masks and vaccines.
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