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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Influenza (Flu): What You Need to KnowCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Influenza is an illness caused by the influenza virus. While most people experience respiratory symptoms, influenza affects the whole body. Influenza is commonly known as the flu.
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Influenza ExposureCategory: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Exposure (Close Contact) to a person with influenza. Your child has NO symptoms of influenza (no fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose).
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Influenza Seasonal (Age 0-5)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Your child has symptoms of influenza (flu). Flu is a viral infection. The nose, throat, and upper parts of the airway are involved.
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Influenza Seasonal (Age 6-21)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
Your child has symptoms of influenza (flu). Flu is a viral infection. The nose, throat, and upper parts of the airway are involved.
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Influenza—Child Care and SchoolsCategory: infectious_diseases
A contagious disease caused by a group of respiratory viruses called influenza viruses
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Inhaled and Intranasal Corticosteroids and Your ChildCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
If your child has asthma or allergic rhinitis (hay fever), your pediatrician may prescribe a corticosteroid, also commonly referred to as a steroid. These medicines are the best available to decrease the swelling and irritation (inflammation) that occurs with persistent asthma or allergy. They are not
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Insect Repellents: What Parents Need to KnowCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Mosquitoes, biting flies, and tick bites can make children miserable. While most children have only mild reactions to insect bites, some children can become very sick. Some insects carry dangerous germs such as West Nile virus, Lyme disease bacteria, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever bacteria.
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