AAP in the News highlights media coverage that shows how the academy advocates for all children’s health and gives a voice to pediatricians and health care providers who care for them.
Romper - July 8, 2024
Pediatricians Are Burned Out and They Are Pleading For Our Help
GMA - July 5, 2024
July has the highest number of drowning deaths. Here's how to prevent them
Taking the Kids - July 4, 2024
Essential summer family travel safety hacks
Science News - June 27, 2024
Calling gun violence a public health crisis is a ‘first step’ to fight it
CBS News - June 26, 2024
How doctors are trying to change the conversation around safe gun storage
The Daily News - June 26, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: What are the benefits of family meals?
CNN - June 21, 2024
FDA sign-off on menthol e-cigarettes ‘flies in the face of public health,’ anti-tobacco groups say
NBC Dallas - June 21, 2024
Should young kids have smartphones? These parents in Europe linked arms and said no
STAT - June 18, 2024
To treat obesity in children, task force favors behavioral therapy over drugs like Wegovy
GMA - June 18, 2024
Pediatrician shares water safety mistakes to avoid amid rise in drownings
CBS News - June 13, 2024
Safety concerns arise over weighted baby sleeping products after commission's warning
Washington Post - June 10, 2024
What are tongue-ties, and how can they be fixed?
Public Source - May 29, 2024
Phones and kids: What experts say and how local schools are responding
CNN Health Minute - May 29, 2024
New Study on How to Prevent Peanut Allergies
Medscape - May 29, 2024
Decision-Making Help for Kids With IDDs Entering Adulthood
CNN.com - May 20, 2024
Moms with HIV can breastfeed if taking treatment and virus is undetectable, pediatricians’ group says
GMA - May 17, 2024
Seattle nonprofit promotes water safety
NBC News.com - May 7, 2024
Medical freedom vs. public health: Should fluoride be in our drinking water?
Consumer Affairs - May 7, 2024
Weighted sleep sacks and swaddles removed from shelves at Amazon and Target
NPR - May 7, 2024
Amazon, Target and other retailers pull weighted infant sleepwear over safety fears
Arca Max - May 6, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: Why adolescents need one-on-one time with their doctor
Today Show - April 30, 2024
The 5 C's of media use: How to manage screen time for your kids
Livingston County News - April 24, 2024
My baby has a stuffy nose. How can I help them sleep safely?
DailyNews - April 17, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: What household chores are appropriate for children and teens?
Daily Herald - April 12, 2024
What parents need to know about climate change and children’s health
DailyNews - April 10, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: Why co-viewing is important
SheKnows - April 10, 2024
Climate Change Is Affecting Kids’ Health — Here’s What Parents Need to Know
The Conversation - April 4, 2024
Online child safety laws could help or hurt – 2 pediatricians explain what’s likely to work and what isn’t
MedPage Today - March 25, 2024
Medical Misinfo Runs Rampant Online. The Gov't Must Retain the Right to Intervene.
Contemporary Pediatrics - March 19, 2024
Mental health is a part of checkups
KFF - March 18, 2024
The Impact of the Pandemic on Well-Child Visits for Children Enrolled in Medicaid and CHIP
Chicago Tribune - March 11, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: How to raise a healthy active child?
NBC News - March 8, 2024
More than 100 kids have died of flu this year. Many were previously healthy.
Healio - March 1, 2024
Report offers strategies to help children, adolescents live healthier, active lifestyles
Salon - February 27, 2024
The measles outbreak in Florida is a warning for the rest of the nation
WQAD - February 23, 2024
Pediatric doctors encouraged to discuss environmentally healthy options for human health
Rochester News - February 22, 2024
‘Alert, not panicked:’ Measles cases on the rise nationwide, none in WNY
WBAY - February 20, 2024
Pediatricians on how climate change affects kids
Time - February 16, 2024
Why It’s So Hard to Get Kids Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Today.com - February 9, 2024
Thousands of weight loss drug prescriptions have been written for kids: 1 teen speaks out
ABC7 New York - February 7, 2024
14 ways to show your child love on Valentine's Day and every day: American Academy of Pediatrics
USA Today - February 3, 2024
At least 57 pediatric deaths have been reported this flu season. Experts have some advice
Lead Stories - January 30, 2024
Fact Check: Vaccines Do NOT Increase Risk Of Ear Infections In Children
CNN.com - January 29, 2024
Why are measles cases popping up across the United States? Here’s what to know about the highly contagious virus
Union Democrat - January 22, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: What should parents know before heading to the emergency department
Chicago Tribune - January 22, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: What is the safest way to keep children warm when the power goes out at home during the winter?
Washington Post - January 22, 2024
Weighted blankets are dangerous for babies, doctors warn
USA Today - January 22, 2024
70% of kids drop out of youth sports by age 13. Here’s why and how to fix it, per AAP
CNN.com - January 16, 2024
Weight gain in children and adults linked to 100% fruit juice, study says
Chicago Tribune - January 12, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: What are some ways to prevent suicide?
CNN.com - January 11, 2024
Measles outbreak involving cases at a Philadelphia day care center expands, health officials say
Atlanta Journal-Sentinel - January 8, 2024
5 parenting goals to set for yourself this year
Chicago Tribune - January 1, 2024
Ask the Pediatrician: Should children with diabetes or pre-diabetes go on a low-carb diet?
HealthDay - December 26, 2023
Pediatricians Offer 8 Goals to Parents to 'Start the Year Strong'
NBC Nightly News - December 22, 2023
440 kids have died from window covering cords over 50 years. Why has change been so slow?
NPR - December 16, 2023
What parents need to know before giving kids melatonin
Fox News Baltimore - December 14, 2023
American Academy of Pediatrics discusses need to eliminate menthol cigarettes
Union Democrat - December 11, 2023
Ask the Pediatrician: What should I know about lead in cinnamon applesauce pouches?
HealthDay - December 8, 2023
E-Scooter on Your Kids' Holiday Gift List? Experts Have Warnings, Safety Tips
NPR - December 7, 2023
Why you should ask about guns before your kid's next playdate
Last Updated
07/11/2024
Source
American Academy of Pediatrics