The American Academy of Pediatrics provides comprehensive injury prevention resources for clinicians and parents, emphasizing education and injury prevention counseling. These resources are designed to support the health and safety of children at every stage of their development.
These resources address a wide spectrum of critical issues affecting children and adolescents, including Child Fatality Review, Child Pedestrian and Passenger Safety, Helmet Use and Recreational Safety and more.
Whether you're seeking insights into injury prevention strategies or looking to inform policy and practice, these resources serve as vital tools in advancing pediatric care and protecting young lives.
AAP Recommendations
This curated collection includes Policy Statements, Clinical Reports, Clinical Practice Guidelines and Technical Reports authored by the Council on Injury, Violence and Poison Prevention.
For specific recommendations per topic, see the individual topic pages below.
Patient Care Topics
Keeping Kids Safe, Wherever They Are
From the home to the playground, and everywhere in between, your child’s safety is a top priority. For expert guidance on protecting children from everyday risks and emergencies, visit HealthyChildren.org.
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Last Updated
08/28/2025
Source
American Academy of Pediatrics