San Antonio Pediatric Society

10/20/2025

https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33179/Salmonella-infections-linked-to-pet-bearded

Most of those affected by S. Cotham infections were younger than 5 years old.

10/20/2025

https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33566/Medical-groups-file-amicus-brief-supporting-AAP-in

The amicus brief filed by 20 medical groups stresses the safety and efficacy of COVID vaccination and calls for federal health recommendations to reflect medical evidence.

10/17/2025

https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33556/ACIP-work-group-to-look-at-timing-of-childhood

The review by federal vaccine advisers comes despite these issues having been studied extensively and monitored continuously. AAP experts say they fear parents will delay vaccination, putting children at risk of preventable diseases.

10/14/2025

SAPS Invites You to the Dare to Be a Superhero 5K & Kids Run!

The San Antonio Pediatric Society is excited to spread the word about a fun, family-friendly event promoting health, movement, and community connection!

Join the Dare to Be a Superhero 5K & Kids Run and encourage kids and families to get active in a playful, uplifting way.

📅 Date: October 25 @ 8am
📍 Location: Alamo Heights area
🔗 Event Details & Registration:
https://solerssports.com/dare-to-be-a-superhero-5k-kids-run/

This is a great opportunity for pediatric professionals, families, and community partners to come together in support of wellness. Costumes and capes encouraged!

Please share with your patients, colleagues, and communities — let’s help our little superheroes soar!

Dare To Be A Superhero 5K & Kids Run Register Now Event Date: October 25th, 8:00 am Event Information Unleash your inner hero and join us for a day of incredible family fun, community spirit, and heroic fundraising! Get ready to suit up for our amazing 5K and Kids Run event! This isn’t just a race...

10/12/2025

https://www.doximity.com/newsfeed/21019814-18d7-41e2-b72f-a5fa5a36a6ea/public

A majority of children in the United States rely on Medicaid or the Children’s Health Insurance Program at some point by their 18th birthday, and many experience periods of coverage loss, according to a study published Wednesday in the journal JAMA.

10/11/2025

TOMORROW!

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10/10/2025

https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33183/Expanded-ICD-10-CM-code-set-takes-effect-Oct-1

New codes address financial insecurity and reactions to eggs and milk.

10/08/2025

Federal officials have announced the recall of products that may be harmful.

10/06/2025

https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/32879/How-pediatricians-can-help-families-navigate

About 500 U.S. children older than 1 year die suddenly each year without medical explanation.

10/02/2025

09/29/2025

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/when-to-introduce-egg-peanut-butter-and-other-common-food-allergens-to-your-baby-food-allergy-prevention-tips.aspx

​Learn when and how to safely introduce common food allergens—like eggs, peanuts, and dairy—to your baby. Get expert-backed tips to help prevent food allergies and support your child’s long-term health.