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 Caring for Children... September 7, 2010  
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Recommended Medical Websites
  • American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
  •  The AAP is dedicated to the health of all children. Its web site provides reliable and authoritative advice on a variety of child health issues, including immunizations.
  • AAP's HealthyChildren.org Website
  • The AAP's new interactive and customizable website providing reliable advice for parents and health care professionals.
  • AAP's Immunization Information Resources
  • A comprehensive immunization information site for parents and clinicians sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
  • AAP's Protect Tomorrow Public Service Announcements
  • Short videos from the AAP to remind parents of the importance of childhood immunizations.
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  •  The CDC serves as the national focus for promoting health and quality of life through its efforts to prevent and control disease, injury, and disability.
  • CDCs Parent Portal: Health Topics for Pregnancy, Infants & Toddlers, Children, and Teens
  •  A collection of articles and fact sheets from the CDC on a variety of topics relating to pregnancy and child health.
  • CDC Home Page for Vaccines and Immunizations
  • The CDC's website for information on childhood and adult vaccines and immunizations.
  • Immunization Action Coalition
  •  A comprehensive link to the most up-to-date, expert immunization resources available via the Internet.
  • ImmunoFacts
  •  A comprehensive link to the most up-to-date, expert immunization resources available via the Internet.
  • Vaccine Education Center at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • An educational resource about children's vaccines for parents and healthcare professionals.
  • WakeMed Children's Hospital
  •  WakeMed is building a new 34,000 sq. ft. Children's Hospital - the first one in Wake County - where children can receive the medical care they need, as soon as they need it.
  • KidsHealth
  • One of the largest and most visited sites on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children and adolescents.
  • Mayo Clinic Health Information Center
  •  Provides access to the experience and knowledge of the more than 2,000 physicians and scientists of the Mayo Clinic.
  • CHADD - An educational resource on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • CHADD is the nation's leading non-profit organization serving individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
  • National Institute of Mental Health website on ADHD
  • Detailed information on the symptoms, causes, and treatments of ADHD.
  • CDC website on ADHD
  • The Centers for Disease Control website with reliable information on ADHD.
  • CDC website on Autism
  • The CDC's Autism Information Center, with information on Autism Spectrum Disorders. Addresses concerns about vaccines and autism.
  • American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
  • Information about allergic diseases. Includes a Patient/Public Resource Center and a Just For Kids section of resources and puzzles.

  • Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network
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    Resources for patients with food allergies or who are at risk for severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).

  • AcneNet - American Academy of Dermatology 
  •  Basic facts about acne: its causes and treatment.
  • International Adoption Information
  • The U.S. Bureau of Consular Affairs' website with general and country-specific information for families interested in international adoption.
  • The Compassionate Friends Web Site for Grieving Families
  •  The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to assist families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child of any age and to provide information to help others be supportive.
  • NC Child Passenger Safety Information
  •  Protecting children in child safety seats and seat belts is a top priority in North Carolina. Here's what we're doing. . .
  • National Child Passenger Safety Information
  • Information on child safety seats from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
  • Project Enlightenment of Wake County
  •  Early childhood education and intervention program of the Wake County Public School System.