Norovirus main cause of gastroenteritis in kids

Evidence from a new study points to norovirus as the leading cause of severe gastroenteritis in preschool-aged children. » More

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AAP: Distinguish bleeding disorder from abuse

Pediatricians and other pediatric health care providers should first determine whether bruising or bleeding in a child is associated with a bleeding disorder before suspecting child abuse, advises the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). » More

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Support AAP guidelines with instrument-based vision screening

Improve the standard of care with Spot—an award-winning, automated vision-screening device that can help identify potential vision issues in children as young as six months with results in seconds. Learn more.

Only 3 in 10 parents always follow doctors' advice

When it comes to doing what the doctor orders, parents don’t always go along with the advice. A new poll finds that only 31% of parents follow guidance from their child’s health care provider all the time. » More

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AAP supports electronic prescribing systems

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends the adoption of electronic prescribing systems as a means to improving quality and safety in pediatric care. » More

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