A new AAP policy co-authored by Scott Hadland recommends that pediatricians should always provide naloxone to patients when prescribing opioids for acute pain management. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can quickly reverse an opioid overdose and is safe to give to someone, even if they’re not having an overdose. Pediatricians should also counsel patients and families on the signs of an opioid overdose and how to respond to one when prescribing opioids. Learn more in AAP News: https://lnkd.in/e6ubCUiZ

As his term as AAP President nears its completion, Dr. Ben Hoffman reflects on his time as AAP President and all that was accomplished, including preventing thousands of kids from being disenrolled from Medicaid and CHIP coverage, increasing access to mental and behavioral health, promoting vaccine confidence, and much more. Dr. Hoffman also looks to the future and shares his thoughts on the recent election results and their advocacy impact for AAP. Read all of Dr. Hoffman’s letter to pediatricians in AAP News: https://lnkd.in/eXKBEJkt

Join experts from AAP and the American Heart Association to learn about the latest science and treatment recommendations from the "AHA/AAP Focused Update on Drowning". Reserve your spot now for the webinar at 10am ET/9am CT on Tuesday November 12th. https://lnkd.in/ex3dKZNx

Pediatricians are an important first resource for parents and caregivers who are worried about their child's emotional and behavioral health or who want to promote healthy mental development. https://lnkd.in/gmidfdZY

The FDA is proposing to remove oral phenylephrine (PE) as an active ingredient in over-the-counter (OTC) products after an extensive review found it is not effective as a nasal decongestant. While the drug was approved in 1976, numerous studies showed no significant difference between PE treatments and placebos. Some nasal decongestant products contain oral PE and another active ingredient such as acetaminophen or dextromethorphan. The presence of PE in these medicines does not affect how other active ingredients work, and consumers can continue to use those products. A final order from the FDA will come next year. Learn more in AAP News: https://bit.ly/4emPcoL

The CDC reported the first pediatric flu death of the season. The child was infected with influenza A and died in mid-October. Last flu season, 204 children died of flu. Flu activity is still low nationally, but there have been slight increases among children and teens. CDC and AAP recommend everyone 6 months and older get vaccinated against flu and COVID. Learn more in AAP News: https://lnkd.in/eEVHK_KG

Are you a parent with questions about social media? Join the Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health for our first parent office hours session! Office hours are a time for parents and caregivers to come together with experts to learn from each other and receive support to help children and teens build healthy digital media habits. During these sessions, parents can ask Center experts questions, express concerns, and share experiences. Register here: https://bit.ly/4fD9MSL

Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections are increasing among children, especially those ages 2-4. Mycoplasma pneumoniae isn’t typically a leading cause of pneumonia in pediatric populations. The CDC recommends that pediatricians swab both the throat and the nasopharynx of patients suspected to have pneumonia to increase the likelihood of detecting mycoplasma pneumoniae, as well as prescribe antibiotics that are effective against the strain. Learn more in AAP News: https://bit.ly/3AusRrA

Mental health struggles and suicidal thoughts are common for many young people. AAP has resources and proactive tips to help pediatricians support kids and teens. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gmidfdZY

Yesterday, AAP President Dr. Ben Hoffman joined leaders from American Academy of Family Physicians, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), American College of Physicians, American Psychiatric Association and American Osteopathic Association on Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress and their staff to discuss urgent health care needs affecting patients, their families and physicians. The leaders discussed numerous important issues, including improving low Medicaid payment rates and protecting children online through the Kids Online Safety Act.