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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Colds (Age 0-5)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and throat. Main symptoms are a runny nose and sore throat.
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Colds (Age 6-21)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
The common cold is a viral infection of the nose and throat. Main symptoms are a runny nose and sore throat.
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Colds - Frequent but NormalCategory: Nose Symptoms
Information and guidance on the common cold.
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Colds: What You Need to Know
There is no cure for the common cold because colds are caused by viruses. Antibiotics don’t kill viruses, so they will not make your child’s cold better. But you can help your child feel better until the cold goes away.
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Colic (Crying Baby)Category: Schmitt Pediatric Care Advice
A baby less than 3 months old with excessive crying. Crying is the only symptom and baby is normal when not crying.
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Common Childhood InfectionsCategory: newborns_infants_and_toddlers
Most infections are caused by germs called viruses and bacteria. While you may be able to keep germs from spreading, you can't always keep your child from getting sick. It is important for parents to know how to keep their children healthy and what to do when they get sick. Read on to learn more from
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Complementary and Integrative Medicine: What Parents Need to KnowCategory: pediatric_care
While most children in North America receive conventional medicine when they are sick, many parents want to know about natural therapies too. Alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine and folk remedies are some of the words used to describe these different therapies. Read on for more information.
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