Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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Selecting Appropriate Toys for Young Children in the Digital Era
This article provides guidance on choosing toys that support child development. It describes how play is vital for cognitive, social, and emotional growth. The report …
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Toy Buying Tips for Babies & Young Children: AAP Report Explained
This article provides tips for buying toys for babies and young children, based on a report by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). It describes …
Pediatrics On Call Podcast
The Pediatrics On Call Podcast is a show by the American Academy of Pediatrics. It describes various topics related to children's health and well-being. The …
Successes and Lessons Learned in Responding to the Needs of Pediatricians, Children, and Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic
This policy statement describes how the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) assisted pediatricians, children, and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. The AAP provided guidance for …
National Center for a System of Services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
The National Center for a System of Services for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs focuses on improving care for young people with …
Anthrax: Disaster Management Resources
This webpage provides resources for managing anthrax disasters. It describes how to handle situations involving anthrax, a serious infectious disease. The links included offer information …
Supporting the Family After the Death of a Child or Adolescent
2023
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· University of Nebraska Medical Center,
· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,
· University of Nebraska,
· Courageous Parents Network,
· National Association of Social Workers (NASW),
· Children's Mercy Kansas City
This article focuses on helping families cope after losing a child or teenager. It describes the emotional challenges parents and siblings face during this difficult …
DisasterCast: Pediatric Ambulatory Surge
This 10-minute video interviews Dr. Jesse Hackell and discusses how to be prepared for and respond to surges in patients in the outpatient care setting. …
DisasterCast: Children with Special Health Care Needs in Disaster
This 9-minute video interviews Dr. Georgina Peacock. It discusses approaches to help families with children with special health care needs prepare for disasters and emergencies.
DisasterCast: COVID-19 Transition from Pandemic to Endemic
This 15-minute long video interviews Dr. H. Dele Davies. It is a discussion on the evolving status of COVID-19 and its impact on pediatric health …