WIAAP works to keep you informed of the latest in pediatric news. Among our regularly featured updates, check back here for the latest articles on breaking clinical news, legislative appeals and Day of Action notifications, and member articles.
Choosing to vaccinate: AAP PSA
Viruses are unpredictable and can cause serious complications even in healthy kids. In this video, Dr. Shelly Flais explains how vaccines are important to protect all children from harmful diseases. For more information, visit https://www.healthychildren.org/.... READ MORE
Late-season second wave of influenza A/H3N2 activity
Wisconsin and many other states are experiencing a late-season second wave of influenza A/H3N2 activity. Current circulating H3N2 viruses can be divided into 3 main groups: 3C.2a, 3C.2a1 and 3C.3a The currently circulating 3C.2a and... READ MORE
HHS Requests Public Comments on Youth Sports Participation
The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) issued a Federal Register Notice for written comments to inform the development of the National Youth Sports Strategy. HHS invites you to provide input related to youth sports... READ MORE
Early Detection to Stop Infant Abuse and Prevent Fatalities Act
The following coalition letter was sent to Senator Baldwin recently to support the Early Detection to Stop Infant Abuse and Prevent Fatalities act. February 28, 2019 The Honorable Tammy Baldwin 709 Hart Senate Office Building... READ MORE
Deadline May 15th: Wisconsin’s State Health Assessment
The Division of Public Health is in the process of completing our next State Health Assessment (2020-2025). An important piece of this process is assessing Wisconsin’s public health system, which includes any partner, group, or... READ MORE
Include Children’s Immunizations on Your Spring Break Schedule
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging families to protect their children, themselves and their communities by scheduling vaccinations for their children during this year’s school spring break. “Vaccinations are safe and effective,... READ MORE
AAP Statement in Response to New Zealand Terror Attack
AAP President Kyle E. Yasuda, MD, FAAP, issued the following statement in response to the terrorist attack that took place at two mosques in Christchurch, New Zealand on March 15, leaving 50 dead and 50... READ MORE
HPV Quality Improvement Collaborative
14 million new HPV infections occur every year. 80% of people will contract HPV over their lifetime. 27,000 people in the US get cancer caused by HPV each year. You are key to preventing HPV-related... READ MORE
WIAAP 2019 Election Results
The Wisconsin Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WIAAP) is pleased to announce the 2019 election results for the positions of secretary/treasurer and board member at large. "We are fortunate to have enthusiastic and... READ MORE
Top 10 Advisory Resolutions Selected by AAP Leadership
AAP leaders have called for elimination of religious exemptions to vaccination to be the top priority for the year, ranking it first among the top 10 resolutions during the Annual Leadership Forum (ALF). "Given the measles outbreaks,... READ MORE
Wisconsin’s Blueprint for Children
WIAAP recently released its "2019 Wisconsin Blueprint for Children." The document, the first of its kind in the state, outlines the priorities and recommendations to optimize lifespan outcomes, foster child health and well-being, strengthen families,... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Update: Multi-State Measles Outbreaks
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Multiple states are reporting cases of measles. Due to the increase in cases, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services is asking providers to:... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update: Hepatitis A
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Immunization Program. Multiple states are reporting cases of Hepatitis A. Cases have occurred primarily among three risk groups: Persons who use injection or... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. New Measles Vaccine Resources Measles is a highly contagious, very serious disease, and outbreaks across the nation have increased awareness in our communities.... READ MORE
Nominations Open: 2019 EMSC Pediatric Champion of the Year Award
National EMS Week 2019 is May 19 - 25. Wednesday, May 22, is National EMS for Children Day. This week is a time to celebrate the commitment and loyalty of EMS providers working to make... READ MORE
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Webinars: Protecting Immigrant Families, Advancing our Future Campaign
Cultivating and Securing Safe Spaces in Health Care Centers January 31, 5:30 – 7:00 PM ET (2:30 – 4:00 PM PT) We will share tools and approaches for advocates to create safer spaces for immigrants... READ MORE
Improving Recruitment and Retention of Quality Foster Parents
The following update is from the American Academy of Pediatrics Department of Federal Affairs. On Tuesday, WIAAP member Lisa Zetley, MD, FAAP, (pictured far left) member of the AAP Council on Foster Care, Adoption, and... READ MORE
Wisconsin Food and Nutrition Programs Will Continue Despite Federal Government Shutdown
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. DHS announced today that funding for February benefits will be available for current FoodShare members, those participating in the Women, Infants and Children... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update
The following is an update from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Division of Public Health. HPV Vaccine Champion Award 2018 Announced We are pleased to announce that Dr. Raj Naik from Gundersen... READ MORE
Update: Wisconsin WIC Program (Women, Infants and Children)
The following is a message from the Gary M. Kirk, MD, MPH, FAAP, of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. To: Colleagues caring for infants and children I am writing to bring you an update... READ MORE
Wisconsin Defines High Priority Electronic Clinical Quality Measures
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and the Wisconsin Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive Program. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the CY 2019 Medicare... READ MORE
Psychosocial Factors in Children with Special Health Care Needs and their Families
The following article appeared in the January 8, 2019 "Medical Home Minute." Published with permission from the Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin and the Wisconsin Medical Home Initiative. Children and youth with special health care... READ MORE
AAP Statement on Universal Background Check Legislation
This afternoon, legislators in the U.S. House of Representatives introduced bipartisan legislation, the Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019 (H.R. 8), which would require universal background checks for the purchase of firearms. The... READ MORE
Tobacco Prevention and Control Program: E-Cigarette Public Health Advisory
The following is a Public Health Advisory from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). This health advisory is being issued by the State Health Officer to inform the public about the alarming statistics on... READ MORE
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