Influenza
This collection includes resources available to protect children from the flu.
The Flu: What Parents Need to Know
The webpage provides essential information for parents about the flu. It covers flu symptoms (fever, cough, sore throat, body aches), how the flu spreads, and …
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New Report Urges Congress to Address Children’s Physical and Mental Health Care Needs in Planning for Future Pandemics and Disasters
The Pediatric Pandemic Network highlights a Children's Hospital Association report urging Congress to prioritize children's unique physical and mental health needs in future pandemic and …
Influenza-Associated Encephalopathy or Encephalitis (IAE) and Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy (ANE)
The Pediatric Pandemic Network's page on Influenza-Associated Encephalopathy (IAE) and Acute Necrotizing Encephalopathy (ANE) highlights the severe neurological complications that can arise in children following …
Pediatric Respiratory Virus Surge Response - Fall/Winter 2022-23
This after-action report discusses the Pediatric Pandemic Network's (PPN) efforts to assist in responding to the pediatric respiratory medical surge incident during Fall/Winter 2022-23. It …
Pediatric Surge [Resources]
This webpage features resources to help healthcare workers manage increases in pediatric viral respiratory illnesses that affect hospital capacity. It provides links to the Centers …
Information for the Flu Season
This webpage describes important information about the flu season, including how to protect yourself and others from getting sick. It explains the importance of getting …
H5N1 Influenza - U.S. Department of Agriculture
This page provides information about High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) detections in livestock and poultry. It likely includes updates on cases, preventive measures, and guidelines …
Common Immunization Questions from Parents
This webpage describes common questions parents have about vaccines. It explains that babies' immune systems can handle vaccines and that they protect against serious diseases. …
Childhood Immunization Discussion Guides
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides helpful discussion guides for childhood immunizations on their webpage. These guides aim to assist parents and healthcare providers …
Flu: What To Do If You Get Sick
This webpage explains what to do if you have flu symptoms. Most people with mild flu should stay home and avoid others unless they need …