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In recognition of National Breastfeeding Month, it's important to remember that breastfeeding success is shaped by the support families receive. 🤱 The AAP is calling for policies and system-wide changes that help close gaps in breastfeeding support, including expanding paid family leave, improving workplace accommodations for pumping, increasing access to lactation services, and strengthening community support programs. These efforts can help more families reach their breastfeeding goals and reduce disparities in care. 🤱
For pediatric practices, creating a breastfeeding-friendly environment and connecting families with the resources they need can make a meaningful difference in infant and maternal health outcomes. Learn more here. 👇
Closing the Gap: Ways to Better Support Breastfeeding Success for All Families
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Breastfeeding offers important health benefits for both babies and mothers, but not all families have the same opportunity to succeed. In a new policy statement, “Opportunities for Pediatri...The AAP is calling for system-wide efforts to address social inequities that affect infants receiving high-risk neonatal care. The recommendations emphasize improving care coordination, reducing barriers to care, strengthening communication with families, and ensuring every newborn receives high-quality, family-centered care regardless of their background or circumstances.
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The American Academy of Pediatrics has published a clinical report, “Social Inequities in High-Risk Neonatal Care Delivery,” that examines how interpersonal and structural discrimination can harm ...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Measles cases in the US have reached their highest level in more than three decades, reminding us how important routine childhood vaccinations are for protecting children and communities. 💉 Here's AAP's latest statement.
AAP Statement on Highest Number of U.S. Measles Cases in More Than Three Decades
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Today the CDC reported 2318 measles cases in the United States in 2026, surpassing the total number of cases from last year. AAP President Andrew D. Racine, MD, PhD, FAAP issued the following statemen...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
PCC shares inside secrets for successful revenue cycle management in your pediatric practice. Check them out here! 👇
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The AAP has partnered with OpenEvidence to bring evidence-based guidance, policies, and publications directly into an AI-powered clinical research assistant. The goal is to help pediatricians quickly find reliable information while supporting, not replacing, their clinical expertise. Learn more here. 👇
American Academy of Pediatrics and OpenEvidence Announce Collaboration to Improve Pediatric Care
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Clinicians caring for infants, children, adolescents and young adults to benefit from evidence-based recommendations and research from AAP being incorporated into natural language responses on the Ope...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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