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Technical Assistance Available from the AAP Distant Care Project
As part of the “Supporting Providers and Families to Access Telehealth and Distant Care Services for Pediatric Care” project, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is offering free technical assistance to pediatric health professionals... READ MORE
WIAAP Video Series Wins AIVA Award of Distinction for Ocreative
Creative agency Ocreative has been awarded a Silver AIVA Communicator Award for our collaboration on a series of three videos outlining the work of the chapter in projects, education and advocacy and the value... READ MORE
Guidance on the Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Pediatric Care in Ambulatory Care Settings During the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) strongly endorses the uninterrupted care of children during the severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic in a manner that is safe for pediatricians, office staff,... READ MORE
AAP: COVID-19 Testing Guidance
COVID-19 Resources This guidance was developed to help pediatric practices determine when to test for severe acute respiratory syndrome-coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection in their patient population. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)... READ MORE
PPE and COVID-19 Supplies: AAP & Amazon Business Partnership
The AAP has partnered with Amazon to offer a special business account to AAP members. This account offers access to Amazon’s wide product selection, competitive prices, and free shipping on orders over $25. ... READ MORE
Gov. Evers Declares New Public Health Emergency, Issues New Face Coverings Order
COVID-19 Resources Gov. Tony Evers today declared a new public health emergency in Wisconsin due to recent surge in cases among young people and issued a new face coverings order effective immediately.... READ MORE
Connecting with the Experts on SARS-CoV-2 Testing: AAP Town Hall
The AAP recently launched a bi-weekly series of virtual town halls linking members with leading experts to discuss emerging issues related to caring for patients and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. The second session... READ MORE
COVID-19 Cases in Children Reach a Grim Milestone, Surpassing a Half-Million
Data compiled by the American Academy of Pediatrics and Children’s Hospital Association underscore the need for communities to double-down on efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus More than 513,000 U.S. children... READ MORE
Coronavirus Update: A Message from AAP President Sally Goza, MD, FAAP
Dear Colleagues: Late summer is usually a busy time in my pediatric practice – and likely yours as well. We have back-to-school visits and sports physicals, and we are ramping up for flu... READ MORE
Gov. Evers Announces Additional CARES Act Funds for Early Care and Education
Personal protective equipment (PPE) will also be available soon for regulated child care providers. Gov. Tony Evers today announced an additional $30 million of federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES... READ MORE
Reporting COVID-19 Vaccines Administered to WIR
The following is a message from the Wisconsin Immunization Program. We are preparing for the potential of a safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine response in the state of Wisconsin. While there... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update
The following is an update from the Wisconsin Immunization Program. Wisconsin Student Immunization Law: 2020 Annual School Webinar The Department of Health Services Immunization Program, along with Louise Wilson from the Department of Public Instruction,... READ MORE
Scholarships Available: AAP Virtual National Conference and Exhibition
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is pleased to announce that through the generosity of the AAP Section on Administration and Practice Management (SOAPM), three $1,000 scholarships will be available for Residents and Fellowship... READ MORE
Brief Statement on Racism and Discrimination
The following is a message from WIAAP President, Dipesh Navsaria, MD, MSLIS, MPH, FAAP. The last few months have — appropriately — brought back into the national consciousness an awareness of our country’s long history of racism... READ MORE
DHS: Prevention, Investigation, and Control of COVID-19 Outbreaks in K-12 Schools
The following is from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). This guidance is a resource for local and tribal health departments as they investigate and control cases and outbreaks of COVID-19 in... READ MORE
AAP Updates, Expands Guidance for School Re-Opening
COVID-19 Planning Considerations: Guidance for School Re-entry American Academy of Pediatrics Interim Clinical Guidance To view the full Interim Guidance online, click here. The purpose of this guidance revision is... READ MORE
Office of Children’s Mental Health Focuses on Improving School Outcomes
The Wisconsin Office of Children’s Mental Health Director Linda Hall today announces the publication of a new fact sheet about improving school outcomes and what our communities can do to make a difference. Highlights... READ MORE
Children and Cloth Face Coverings, Testing Protocols and PPE: AAP Interim Guidance
Today, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), drawing from the latest evidence, issued three new interim guidance documents on the care of children during the COVID-19 pandemic. New recommendations address: Children’s use of... READ MORE
Pneumococcal in Children (Clinical Staff): DHS Wisconsin Immunization Program
A provider notified WIR staff about an issue with the pneumococcal childhood series which incorrectly forecasted an additional PCV13 dose after a child received their 2nd dose at 24 months old.... READ MORE
Guidance for Safely Vaccinating at Off-Site Locations: DHS Immunization Program Update
CDC has issued revised Guidance for Planning Vaccination Clinics Held at Satellite, Temporary, or Off-Site Locations. The purpose of the guidance is to assist with planning and implementation of satellite, temporary, or off-site... READ MORE
NASN: Return to School for Students with Disabilities and Special Healthcare Needs
The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) has released its guidance on return to school considerations for children and youth with special health care needs, as defined by Section 504 or Individual Education... READ MORE
2021 LGBTQIA Adolescent and Young Adult Health Research Award
The Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (SAHM) is excited to announce the third annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Intersex and Asexual (LGBTQIA) Adolescent and Young Adult Health Research Award. The overall goal of... READ MORE
Guidance for School Re-entry: AAP Issues Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released its planning considerations for school re-entry in the fall in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key to the guidelines is that all policy considerations for the coming... READ MORE
Pediatric Mental Health Minute Series
Pediatric Mental Health Minute, a series of videos designed by the AAP to provide real time education to pediatricians caring for children and youth with mental health disorders to improve knowledge and skills during a national... READ MORE
COVID-19 Contact Tracing in Wisconsin: What to Expect
The following information is from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS). Once someone is diagnosed with COVID-19, it is essential that the individuals they have had contact with are identified in... READ MORE
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