American Academy of Pediatrics - Iowa Chapter

02/07/2025

Today is the official kick-off for the Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) program!!

🦷 What?
The American Dental Association (ADA) members volunteer to provide free oral health education, screenings, and preventative treatment for underserved children. This event ensures quality oral health care for all children!

🦷 Why?
The GKAS program launched nationally in 2003 to raise awareness and provide free oral health care to children in need. More than 7 million children have received free oral care services through GKAS so far!

🦷Where?
Call the American Dental Association at +1 844-490-4527 to find a registered GKAS program near you! Many clinics participate in this event only one day throughout the year. Be sure to call soon to schedule and get the care your child needs!

For more information or donation inquiries visit: https://www.adafoundation.org/give-kids-a-smile

02/06/2025

🚨Pediatric Insight

Small Beads, Big Risks – Protect your child from water bead hazards!
https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2023-065575

02/04/2025

A positive step for children's mental health in Iowa! 🏠💚

Iowa is expanding home and community-based mental health services for Medicaid-eligible children! The new Iowa REACH initiative ensures better access to care, crisis support, and family-centered services. Learn more about how these changes can help your child thrive!

01/31/2025

Feb 1st - TOMORROW is Take Your Child to the Library Day!!

📚 Several libraries participate in this event by offering free activities for children! This is a great opportunity for children to play, check out the library, and have fun! Visit your local library's website to see what they have planned for the day!

01/30/2025

🌟 Reminder: IA AAP's Annual Legislative Breakfast - February 13! 🌟

Join us as we advocate for children’s health and well-being at our Annual Legislative Breakfast! Together, we can make a difference! ✨

👉Click here to register: https://tinyurl.com/ycyjny64

Find more resources on how we are advocating at the Capitol our website: https://tinyurl.com/IAAAP2025



See you there! 💛

01/25/2025

📅 Today is ! Let’s take a moment to honor and raise awareness about the importance of maternal health. Every mother deserves access to quality care and resources during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. 💕

As part of our Maternal Health initiatives, we are launching a brand-new educational series in partnership with the Iowa Perinatal Quality Care Collaborative & Project ECHO called The Iowa Maternal Health ECHO. Our goal is simple: to improve maternal health through state-driven collaboration and resource-sharing.

Click the link to learn more about our series and how to get involved: https://loom.ly/KNBNJiw

01/14/2025

Just like our phones need software updates to protect against security threats, our bodies benefit from updates too! 🔄

💉 Getting the COVID and flu vaccinations helps our immune systems fight viruses, keeping us all healthier. 🌟 When we’re healthy, we can focus on the things we love to do. 💖 Talk to your healthcare provider about getting vaccinated.

01/09/2025

Tiny ni****ne pouches, sold under brands like Zyn, O! Rogue, Juice Head, and VELO, are becoming a big problem for parents and schools. Meant for adults 21+, these smokeless packets are quickly becoming one of the most popular ni****ne products among young people—second only to va**ng. Stay informed and talk to your kids about the risks. 🚫👀💬 ****ne

01/08/2025

🚨 Last Call 🚨 Register NOW for the 2025 Improving Health Outcomes Through Preventing Childhood Obesity Conference hosted by the Institute for Public Health Practice, Research and Policy next Tuesday. Don’t miss out! Register now: https://loom.ly/CZNeMak

01/06/2025

Save the date! 📅 The 68th Annual Blank Children's Hospital Pediatric Spring Conference is happening April 24-25, 2025! We're excited to feature these expert speakers:

🟢 Dr. John Berkenbosch – Pain Control in Children
🔵 Dr. Aaron Calhoun – Simulation in Medical Education
🟡 Dr. Tori Bahr – Transitions of Care
🟠 Dr. Jenny Radesky – Social Media & Mental Health

Click the link: https://loom.ly/bu0tyYo or scan the QR code to register and learn more!

12/28/2024

🚨 The CDC has declared flu season officially underway in the US, with cases on the rise. While COVID-19 hospitalizations have been declining, activity is still moderate nationally, with higher levels in the Midwest. 🦠

Flu vaccination rates for both adults and kids (41%) are lower than hoped for. Learn more about the AAP recommendations for influenza in children:https://tinyurl.com/3vx2u7m8. 🩹

Stay safe and get vaccinated to protect yourself and others! 💉

12/25/2024

🎄🎁 Unwrapping new tech gifts this holiday season? Here are some tips for a safer, balanced tech experience:

1️⃣ Setup Device Control Settings: Enable parental controls to block inappropriate content 📱
2️⃣ Talk About Privacy & Security: Review privacy settings with your child to protect personal information. 🛡️
3️⃣ Learn About Social Media:
Stay updated on trends and help your child decide which apps to download. Make sure you understand privacy settings, ad policies, and customized feeds. 🔍

Learn more tips at: https://tinyurl.com/4pfbf8jh
🎅🎄

12/23/2024

🎉 Congratulations to our three Advocacy Scholars for the 2025 legislative session: Dr. Fulden Aycan, Isabella Dunt, M4, and Dr. Stephanie Horner!🌟 We are incredibly proud of your dedication and commitment to making a positive impact. Your passion for advocacy and change is inspiring, and we can’t wait to see the incredible work you will do. Here’s to a successful and impactful year ahead! 💪👏

12/21/2024

🎄The holidays bring joy but also stress with packed schedules, tight budgets, and endless commitments. Check out these tips to help your family stay balanced and enjoy the season more! 👉https://tinyurl.com/2rff4xd2

12/03/2024

It's National Influenza Vaccination Week ! The perfect time for families to focus on protection from . Now is the time to remind everyone 6 months and older that there's still time to protect themselves and their loved ones by getting vaccinated. Additional ways to protect yourself and your little ones:

• Talk to a doctor about a flu shot
• Get your flu shot if you haven't yet
• Avoid people who are sick
• Cover coughs
• Visit https://bit.ly/40zUXfQto

11/28/2024

Today and everyday, the Iowa Chapter AAP is for our members, and everything that they do to keep our state happy and healthy! 🧡

11/26/2024

We can't wait to watch Iowa Chapter member Norma Hirsch, MD present this student-focused webinar, "End-of-Life Care through Case Based Learning" with the Iowa Medical Society on December 3! ✨

🌟 Attention Medical Students! 🌟

Join our Webinar on End-of-Life Care Conversations with Dr. Norma Hirsch 🩺💬

🗓 Date: Tuesday, December 3
⏰ Time: 12 PM

Learn how to navigate sensitive end-of-life discussions with empathy and clarity. Enhance your communication skills and gain valuable insights from a healthcare professional.

🔑 What You’ll Gain:
✔️ Learn how to initiate quality of life and care goals discussions early for clarity and alignment.
✔️ Discover techniques to facilitate meaningful conversations with patients and families.
✔️Understand the ethical aspects of end-of-life decisions with grace and acceptance.

👉 Register Now: https://tinyurl.com/9uy3vj33

11/22/2024

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the CDC has just released the 2025 immunization schedules! 🎉

The most significant updates focus on COVID-19 🦠, meningococcal B 💉, and Haemophilus influenzae type b vaccines 🌟. These changes reflect new policies and aim to improve clarity. ✅

This comes as new reports show concerning trends in childhood vaccination, including a decline in kindergarten vaccination rates and rising vaccine exemptions. Check out the 2025 immunization schedule here: https://loom.ly/YVyieMY