Lighting fireworks in the backyard or nearby field might seem like a fun and festive way to celebrate with the kids. But fireworks can be dangerous, especially for children and teens. Each year, thousands of people are injured by consumer fireworks, many of them young people. Most of these injuries occur in the weeks leading up to and ... Read More
Pediatric concussions are a significant concern due to their prevalence and the potential long-term consequences they may have on a child's intellectual functioning. In this article, we will explore why pediatric concussions are a major concern and examine their impact on IQ. Read more
Influenza (flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza. It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious outcomes of flu infection can result in hospitalization or death. Some people, such as older people, young children, and people with certain health conditions are at high risk for serious flu complications. Read more
A recent visit to the U.S.-Mexico border with other AAP leaders provided many eye-opening experiences for AAP President Benjamin D. Hoffman, M.D., FAAP. He saw the tireless work being done by many to assist those seeking asylum in the U.S. as well as areas where improved care is needed. “Getting to see the best of ... Read More
NJ FamilyCare has returned to regular annual renewals. From April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024, NJ FamilyCare will mail the first renewal packets since 2020 to its members. Members must ensure their mailing address is up-to-date with NJ FamilyCare by calling 1-800-701-0710 (TTY: 711). When NJ FamilyCare mail is received, it is important for ... Read More
Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce the New Jersey Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics was awarded a four-year cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to transform how pediatric primary care is delivered for prenatal-to-five-year-old (P-5) populations eligible for NJ FamilyCare or who are uninsured. This work will help improve ... Read More
At the start of this Suicide Prevention month, $12 million in funding by the state in a collaboration to help prevent a growing youth mental health crisis was announced. Sen. Vin Gopal (D-Monmouth), who spoke about his own struggles with mental health at the announcement, explained why he and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin (D-Middlesex) are ... Read More
The New Jersey Pediatric Psychiatric Collaborative, a partnership between primary care doctors and mental health providers, is now set to be able to offer more preventive resources to keep children out of emergency rooms across the state. Earlier this year, lawmakers added $12 million in funding for the effort. On Thursday, legislative leaders and others ... Read More
The SIDS Center of New Jersey reports that the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released its first update to its safe infant sleep policy statement and technical report since 2016. Use of the evidence-based recommendations presented in the policy help reduce the risk of sleep-related infant deaths, including those classified as Sudden Infant Death ... Read More
To my colleagues, I am horrified. Horrified that 19 children and 2 adults were slaughtered in a place of nurturing, a place of growth. Horrified that at the end of their lives 2 teachers may have had the realization that they could not protect their students from the rapid fire of the assault weapon ... Read More
