April, 2009

Members of the press may obtain interview contact information by calling AAP Communications at 847/434-7877. Staff members also can provide physician spokespersons and background information on any child health topic.

STUDIES

Baby Fat Not So easy to Lose

Water Fountains in Schools Can Prevent Overweight

Infants Born One to Three Weeks Early at Risk of Developmental Delay

Sleep-deprived Kids More Likely to Have Problems as Teenagers

New Moms of Multiples More Likely to be Depressed

Smoking in Movies Can Create a Long-term Habit

Household Composition Impacts Children's Exposure to Secondhand Smoke

REVIEW ARTICLE

Rethinking Sudden Unexpected Cardiac Deaths in Athletes             

SPECIAL ARTICLE

Better Access to Mental Health Services Begins with Reducing Financial Barriers

AAP PARENTING TIPS

Sports injury prevention tips

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The American Academy of Pediatrics is an organization of 60,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.