Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM)
The Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM) advances pediatric disaster preparedness by developing planning tools, clinical guidance, and training resources. WRAP-EM resources support healthcare systems, emergency responders, and community partners in strengthening pediatric readiness across all hazards. The index provides access to WRAP-EM resources to help enhance regional coordination, response, and surge capability across our 6 states.
Emergency Department Pediatric Readiness and Mortality in Critically Ill Children
This article (with video) discusses the importance of pediatric readiness in emergency departments (EDs) and identify areas for improvement. It emphasizes the need for standardized …
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Caring for Children in Disaster: After a Hurricane
A series of public service videos created by CDC and AAP on actions families should take to keep children safe after a hurricane. It addresses …
AAP: AI [Artificial Intelligence] in Pediatrics Webinar Series
This webpage features a series of webinars on artificial intelligence (AI) in pediatric health care to assist pediatricians in reducing workload, promoting health equity, and …
Pediatric Battery-Related Emergency Department Visits in the United States: 2010–2019
2022
· American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP),
· Safe Kids Worldwide,
· Nationwide Children's Hospital,
· Global Injury Research Collaborative
This study looks at emergency room visits in the U.S. from 2010 to 2019 due to children swallowing or inserting batteries. It describes that most …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Building the Infrastructure for School-Based Care Coordination: A Start-Up Guide
The guide helps schools set up systems to manage student health care. It describes how to create a team that includes school staff, families, and …