The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.
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Figure Skating (Care of the Young Athlete)
Figure skating is a lifelong sport that can be
enjoyed by people of all ages. Competitive skating requires strength,
flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, balance, jumping ability, artistic
expression, mental strength, and financial resources.
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Financial Assistance—Autism Toolkit
Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are able to get support from programs funded through their state or county. Some examples are financial help, education support, medical care, job skills training, and residential or living services. Some supports are available to all children because
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Fingernail Infection - Bacterial
Mild bacterial infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail
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Fingernail Infection - Yeast
Mild chronic infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail. The medical name is chronic paronychia
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Fingernail Injury
Information and guidance on injury to a fingernail.
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Fire Ant Sting
Stung by a fire ant. Fire ant stings are more common in the Southern U.S.
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Firearms Injury Prevention
More than 44 million Americans own firearms. Of the 192 million firearms owned in the United States, 65 million are handguns. Research shows guns in homes are a serious risk to families.
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