Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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DisasterCast: Climate Change
This 6-minute video interviews Dr. Becca Philipsborn, who discusses climate change and its impact on the health and well-being of children. This is a short …
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Immigrant Child Health
This webpage is dedicated to providing resources and information on the health of immigrant children. It offers guidance on various aspects of immigrant child health, …
Trauma Resources for Families
This webpage provides resources for families dealing with trauma. It describes downloadable infographics in English and Spanish to help parents and caregivers support children who …
The Power of Relationships in Pediatric Care: Uncovering Trauma & Adversity
This 4-minute video tells the story of two sisters visit after missing appointments, revealing trauma from losing their mom, while their caregiver aunt struggles emotionally. …
Climate Change and Children’s Health: Building a Healthy Future for Every Child
2024
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· Oregon Health & Science University,
· New York University,
· University of Virginia School of Medicine,
· University of Virginia,
· Yale University,
· Yale School of Medicine,
· Georgetown University,
· Georgetown University Law Center,
· Boston Children's Hospital
This policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) emphasizes the critical impact of climate change on the health and well-being of children. It …
Patient Care: Climate Change
This webpage looks at how climate change affects children's health and what can be done to help. It describes the risks children face, like asthma, …
Firearm-Related Injuries Affecting the Pediatric Population
This policy statement reviews data related to the firearms in the United States and presents measures to prevent such injuries. It describes how gun injuries …
Chemical Terrorism and Agents: Disaster Management Resources
The text is about preparing for chemical terrorism, especially focusing on children. It describes different types of harmful chemicals and how they can affect people. …
Telehealth and Adolescent Health Care: What Can Pediatric Clinicians Do?
This webpage provides guidance for pediatric clinicians on using telehealth for adolescent care. It describes steps to prepare before, during, and after a virtual visit. …
Supporting Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs During COVID-19
This one-hour webinar is about helping children and youth with special healthcare needs during COVID-19. Topics include: Medicaid’s Commitment to Children and Youth with Special …