AAP News NEWS AND FEATURES http://aapnews.aappublications.org AAP News RSS feed -- recent NEWS AND FEATURES articles AAP News AAP News http://aapnews.aappublications.org/icons/banner/title.gif http://aapnews.aappublications.org <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Bone up on new vitamin D recommendations: All infants, children, adolescents should get at least 400 IU a day]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/1?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-1 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 1 2008-10-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Golden touch: After guiding Pediatrics for 34 years, Jerold F. Lucey, M.D., FAAP, set to step down]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/1-a?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-1a American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 1 2008-10-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Statements sound alarm on importance of school planning for emergencies]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/1-b?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-1b American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 1 2008-10-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] 2009 AAP district office vacancies announced]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/6-a?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-6a American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 6 2008-10-01 6 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] AAP developing disaster preparedness strategies; response to hurricanes under way]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/8?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-8 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 8 2008-10-01 8 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] This month in Pediatrics]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/9?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-9 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 9 2008-10-01 9 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Current influenza recommendation targets nearly all children]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/16?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-16 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 16 2008-10-01 16 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Early abuse, lasting effects * Interventions can help traumatized children reduce excessive responses to stress]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/18?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-18 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 18 2008-10-01 18 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Survey offers insights on new moms' experiences]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/19?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-19 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 19 2008-10-01 19 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Supply limited * Approval needed to obtain rabies vaccine]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/22-a?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-22a American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 22 2008-10-01 22 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Petting zoo perils: Animals in public settings and even nontraditional pets pose risks of infectious diseases. What pediatricians should know to help families avoid illness.]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/24?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-24 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 24 2008-10-01 24 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Dr. First to assume editorship of Pediatrics in January]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/25?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-25 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 25 2008-10-01 25 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] See by Three stresses vision screening]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/25-a?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-25a American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 25 2008-10-01 25 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Report on BPA raises 'some concern']]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/39-a?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-39a American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 39 2008-10-01 39 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] PedFACTS now in California]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/39-b?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-39b American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 39 2008-10-01 39 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Testing perinatal care strategies * Safe and Healthy Beginnings project highlights how improved processes can provide effective and family-centered care]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/46?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-46 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 46 2008-10-01 46 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] UnitedHealthcare making changes in response to AAP concerns]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/10/48?rss=1 2008-10-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.20082910-48 American Academy of Pediatrics 10 29 48 2008-10-01 48 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Silent treatment * Study shows pediatricians reluctant to report all cases of suspected child abuse]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/1?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-1 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 1 2008-09-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] 1916-2008 * Dr. Richmond: father of Head Start, U.S. Surgeon General]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/1-b?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-1b American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 1 2008-09-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Dr. Feigin, renowned leader, educator in pediatrics]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/1-c?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-1c American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 1 2008-09-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Progress report * Vaccine financing experts outline accomplishments of AAP-AMA Immunization Congress]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/8?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-8 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 8 2008-09-01 8 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] 2009 Red Book dedicated to Dr. Feigin]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/10?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-10 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 10 2008-09-01 10 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Just shy? * How to separate social phobia from common behavior]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/11?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-11 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 11 2008-09-01 11 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] This month in Pediatrics]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/12?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-12 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 12 2008-09-01 12 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Once upon a visit to the pediatrician * Reach Out and Read program engages American Indian/Alaska Native children]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/14?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-14 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 14 2008-09-01 14 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] CIGNA clarifies coding for limited developmental testing]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/19?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-19 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 19 2008-09-01 19 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Get Smart about Antibiotics Week, Oct. 6-10]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/19-a?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-19a American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 19 2008-09-01 19 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Got breast milk? * Buying human milk online from strangers or even sharing among friends puts babies at risk of disease]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/24?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-24 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 24 2008-09-01 24 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] CDC issues new rules for storing VFC vaccines]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/24-a?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-24a American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 24 2008-09-01 24 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Too many drugs? * Research raises concerns about psychotropic medication overuse in foster children]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/28?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-28 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 28 2008-09-01 28 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Task force recommends newborn hearing screening]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/31-a?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-31a American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 31 2008-09-01 31 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Update on status of licensure, recommendations for new vaccines]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/9/32?rss=1 2008-08-29 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008299-32 American Academy of Pediatrics 9 29 32 2008-09-01 32 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] More pediatric therapies studied * Law provides access to drug information on negative study results]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/1-a?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-1a American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 1 2008-08-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Membership renewal deadline extended until Aug. 31]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/1-c?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-1c American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 1 2008-08-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Principles on benefit plan coverage allow AAP to 'speak with one voice']]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/4?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-4 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 4 2008-08-01 4 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Survey of Medicaid payment trends offers good news, bad news]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/10?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-10 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 10 2008-08-01 10 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Checkup for managed care contracts, part II * Review appeals process for medical necessity, prompt payment, eligibility]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/11?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-11 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 11 2008-08-01 11 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] This month in Pediatrics]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/12-a?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-12a American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 12 2008-08-01 12 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] When is it ethical for a minor to serve as a living organ donor?]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/14?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-14 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 14 2008-08-01 14 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Risks of smoking, secondhand smoke * AAP endorses guideline on treating tobacco use, dependence]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/19-a?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-19a American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 19 2008-08-01 19 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] EMR vendors face off in annual pediatric competition]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/32?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-32 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 32 2008-08-01 32 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] AAP delegates make headway on child health issues at AMA meeting]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/33?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-33 American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 33 2008-08-01 33 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Dr. McCaffree elected to AMA Board of Trustees]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/33-a?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-33a American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 33 2008-08-01 33 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Lead found in dust from worn athletic turf]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/35-b?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-35b American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 35 2008-08-01 35 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Countdown to 2015: Maternal, newborn and child survival]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/36-b?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-36b American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 36 2008-08-01 36 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] AAP News wins two awards for publication excellence]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/8/36-c?rss=1 2008-08-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008298-36c American Academy of Pediatrics 8 29 36 2008-08-01 36 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Immunization Alliance to develop compelling messages for parents]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/1?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-1 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 1 2008-07-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Zoster vaccines not just for children anymore]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/1-a?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-1a American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 1 2008-07-01 1 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] This month in Pediatrics]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/6-a?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-6a American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 6 2008-07-01 6 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Hydroxyurea in children with sickle cell disease: When, how should it be used?]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/12?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-12 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 12 2008-07-01 12 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Online scheduler keeps track of missed immunizations]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/14?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-14 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 14 2008-07-01 14 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] ECGs 'not necessary' * Carefully assess all children for cardiac abnormalities, advises AAP policy statement]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/17?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-17 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 17 2008-07-01 17 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Vaccine watchdogs * Sorting out the federal vaccine advisory roles of ACIP, NVAC and ACCV]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/19?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-19 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 19 2008-07-01 19 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Music as medicine: In neonatal and rehabilitation units, operating rooms and oncology departments, music therapy is helping to calm, energize, encourage and soothe patients]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/22?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-22 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 22 2008-07-01 22 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Bridging the culture gap * Treating diverse populations: Insights on providing effective care]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/32?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-32 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 32 2008-07-01 32 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] AAP clinical report addresses prevention, treatment of atherosclerosis in children]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/36-a?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-36a American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 36 2008-07-01 36 NEWS AND FEATURES <![CDATA[[NEWS AND FEATURES] Pediatric leaders to take agenda for children to candidates]]> http://aapnews.aappublications.org/cgi/content/full/29/7/37?rss=1 2008-07-01 info:doi/10.1542/aapnews.2008297-37 American Academy of Pediatrics 7 29 37 2008-07-01 37 NEWS AND FEATURES