Florida Chapter of AAP

04/16/2026

April is National Donate Life Month – a time to honor those that have saved lives through the gift of organ, eye and tissue donation. Learn more about donation and the impact donation can have at https://donatelife.net/.

Donate Life America is a nonprofit organization increasing the number of donated organs, eyes & tissue available to save & heal lives through transplantation.

04/13/2026

Are We Entering the Post Vaccination Era? Attend FPP2026 and decide for yourself as the panel of speakers explore various vaccination eras and where we are today. Learn more at futureofpediatrics.org

04/12/2026

Thank you to International Vaccine Access Center at JHSPH for including FCAAP in the conversation about protecting access to vaccines and for all the work you continue to do to ensure equitable access to vaccines for families across the globe.

04/11/2026

As we enter the final 2 days of the 2026 National Public Health Week, we pause to recognize & thank the public health workers who show up for us every day & advocate for policies that promote good health for all. Thank you for keeping our communities safe & healthy!

04/10/2026

Over 1,000 copies of the children’s book “FLynn Knows… Pediatricians are Superheroes” were handed out to kids at this year’s Children's Week Children’s Capitol for a Day event in Tallahassee.

Get your own copy at https://fcaap.square.site/!

04/09/2026

FPP's on-demand sessions help you stay compliant with FL CME requirements from the comfort of your home. Be sure to add Francys Martin's sessions on Medical Error Prevention and Domestic Violence/ Intimate Partner violence. Register at futureofpediatrics.org

04/08/2026

We’re excited to share that our Executive Director recently served as a panelist at the World Vaccine Congress 2026 in Washington, DC.

It was a meaningful opportunity to join national vaccine leaders and experts for an important discussion on the challenges and opportunities in ensuring equitable vaccine access for all children.

We’re grateful to The World Vaccine Congress for the chance to represent FCAAP, share the experiences of pediatric professionals, and help elevate the conversation around protecting kids’ health.

04/06/2026

It is National Public Health Week 2026! invites all Americans to renew their commitment to strengthening the systems, science, and community partnerships that keep us healthy.

Science is the reason most children live past the age of five and most adults live well into later life. Science delivered vaccines, sanitation, seatbelts, and safer workplaces. Learn more and get involved throughout the week! https://www.apha.org/initiatives/national-public-health-week

04/04/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month.

Have you ever wondered how pediatricians check for signs of developmental or communication differences like autism spectrum disorder or how early those types of screenings start?

Learn about the screenings and tools used, and get tips on what to do if you think your child needs more evaluation.

​​Pediatricians start screening your baby for signs of developmental or communication challenges like autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) from the very first visit. Learn more here. 

04/03/2026

Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to protect children from serious, preventable diseases. But when vaccination rates go down, diseases can come back quickly and put more kids at risk.

Even a small drop in vaccinations could lead to thousands of measles cases each year. That’s why Florida pediatricians are speaking out to protect vaccine policies.

🎥 Watch the full video to learn what’s at stake and how we can keep kids and communities safe.

04/01/2026

FCAAP POLICY UPDATE - EFFECTIVE APRIL 1

All FCAAP pediatricians must transition from white coats to superhero capes.

After extensive review, FCAAP leadership has determined that capes provide superior swish, flair, and child approved dramatic effect. Capes must be worn at all times, including during wellchild visits, hospital rounds, and coffee runs.

Just kidding! But our pediatricians ARE superheroes. Learn about their powers in our children’s book, FLynn Knows… Pediatricians Are Superheroes, available at https://fcaap.square.site/.

Happy April Fools!

03/31/2026

No April Fool’s here - FPP2026 is the real deal! Join us for top-notch sessions, nationally recognized speakers, vitality & wellness events, and more. Don’t miss out - register at http://futureofpediatrics.org/