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  1. 17 hours ago

    Deadlines are approaching for CATCH grants and national committee nominations.

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  2. 19 hours ago

    There are two new CPT codes for interprofessional consultation. Here's what you need to know:

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  3. Retweeted
    Jan 3

    "Anything we can provide as education to practitioners goes to that goal of improving child health.” - new Senior Vice President of Education Hilary M. Haftel, M.D., M.H.P.E., FAAP. Read about her at

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  4. Jan 3

    The continues to resolve issues with health insurance companies. Here's a look at the latest efforts:

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  5. Jan 3

    "Anything we can provide as education to practitioners goes to that goal of improving child health.” - new Senior Vice President of Education Hilary M. Haftel, M.D., M.H.P.E., FAAP. Read about her at

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  6. Jan 3

    Pediatricians are important messengers about sources of birth defects -- genetics, environment, medication use, infectious diseases and lifestyle factors. Learn more:

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  7. Jan 2

    The Help Kids Cope app from the provides guidance and support to help children through disasters. Read more:

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  8. Jan 2

    New 's priorities for 2019 focus on the health of children and physicians.

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    31 Dec 2018

    College students are more likely to contract MenB, according to a new study from .

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  10. 31 Dec 2018

    College students are more likely to contract MenB, according to a new study from .

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  11. 28 Dec 2018

    The is looking for candidates for district offices. Info at

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  12. 28 Dec 2018

    The and its partners played a critical role in helping to pass a law that will combat the HIV/AIDS crisis and includes an important child focus.

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  13. 27 Dec 2018

    The is warning the public about genetic test claims.

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  14. 27 Dec 2018

    Dr. H. Cody Meissner of has advice for treatment of asymptomatic (latent) tuberculosis infection in children.

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    26 Dec 2018

    Monitoring programs, state regulations help physicians prescribe opioids responsibly.

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    24 Dec 2018

    An report updates guidance for clinicians caring for U.S. military children.

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  17. 26 Dec 2018

    Monitoring programs, state regulations help physicians prescribe opioids responsibly.

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    24 Dec 2018

    Infants with high-risk hemangioma need referral, treatment by 4-6 weeks of age, according to new guidelines.

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  19. 24 Dec 2018

    The has endorsed a statement on the first drug approved to treat spinal muscular atrophy.

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  20. 24 Dec 2018

    An report updates guidance for clinicians caring for U.S. military children.

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