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.
Gov. Evers Directs DHS to Mandate Statewide Closure of All K-12 Wisconsin Schools
Today Governor Tony Evers directed Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to close all public schools beginning at 5 p.m. on Wednesday March 18th. We will re-evaluate after two weeks. We are using every tool that we have... READ MORE
Wisconsin Chapter Pediatricians, Partners Testify at Immunization Hearing
Three WIAAP members testified at last Tuesday's hearing of the Assembly Committee on Constitution and Ethics in regard to the proposed updates in support the state’s student immunization regulations under administrative rule DHS 144, Immunization of... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update
2019-2020 Influenza Season The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than 15 million people in the U.S. have gotten sick with flu. More than 150,000 Americans have been hospitalized, and more than... READ MORE
Proper Use of Boppy Pillows and Boppy Newborn Loungers
The Boppy Pillows and Boppy Newborn Loungers are products that should only be enjoyed for awake time only. The reason we stress the importance of this is to prevent positional asphyxia. This will help... READ MORE
AAP Statement Opposing New Federal Guidance on Medicaid
The following is a statement from AAP President Sally Goza, MD, FAAP: "Today's guidance unveiled by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) would fundamentally alter the financing of a life-line program for nearly 37... READ MORE
AAP Says Communities Must Be Ready to Care for Children During Potential Chemical and Biological Attacks
With children among the victims of chemical attacks and biological outbreaks in recent years, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) calls on health care providers to be ready to recognize and respond when young patients... READ MORE
EMSC Respiratory Distress Course
Pediatric EMS calls represent approximately 7-8% of all Wisconsin EMS calls and respiratory distress is one of the most common primary impressions for pediatric EMS calls. The Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services for Children program... READ MORE
DHS Investigates Outbreak of Adenovirus Infections on College Campuses
Students and staff urged to take care to avoid respiratory illness The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is investigating multiple cases of adenovirus (add-e-no-virus) infection on college campuses around the state. Adenovirus infections most commonly... READ MORE
Video Series: Vaccine Myths featuring Dr. Raj Naik
WIAAP board of directors member Raj Naik, MD, FAAP has released a series of videos addressing vaccine myths. The brief videos are available for viewing through Gundersen Health System. Dr. Naik was one of the... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Program Update
Upcoming WIR Trainings and Resources Check out our WIR webpage for webinar schedules, recordings of previous webinars, training information and general resources. Quarterly WIR Education Hours Join us for our quarterly WIR Education Hours! Dates... READ MORE
Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS): 2016-2017 Report Published
The Wisconsin PRAMS team announces that the 2016-2017 PRAMS surveillance report has been published. It contains key data on the experiences of Wisconsin moms before, during, and after pregnancy. The report also highlights the social... READ MORE
The Unique Needs of Adolescents: New AAP Policy Statement
Pediatricians recognize the transitional bridge between childhood and adulthood as a critical time in development to pave the way for long-term health. During adolescence, teens are less likely to visit their doctor for preventive care... READ MORE
CATCH Call for Proposals Now Open: Applications Due January 15, 2020
The CATCH (Community Access to Child Health) Call for Proposals is open through January 15, 2020 at 3pm CT. Pediatricians and residents with innovative ideas to plan or implement initiatives that address critical child health... READ MORE
Enrollment Open: The National Safe Environment for Every Kid (SEEK) Study
The National Safe Environment for Every Kid (SEEK) Study Child maltreatment (CM) is a major public health problem associated with negative developmental, health and economic outcomes across the lifespan costing individuals, families and... READ MORE
211 Call Center to Help Wisconsinites Find Health Insurance
Today Wisconsin Lt. Governor Barnes, Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm, and the Commissioner of Insurance Mark Afable toured the United Way of Dane County’s 211 regional call center to promote the... READ MORE
Mumps Exposure at FFA Convention
This bulletin is being sent to local health officers, local health department nurses, tribal health directors, and key DPH staff. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services have been notified by the Indiana State Department... READ MORE
CDC Update: Characteristics of Patients in a National Outbreak of E-cigarette, or Vaping, Product Use–Associated Lung Injuries
CDC, the Food and Drug Administration, state and local health departments, and other public health and clinical stakeholders are investigating a national outbreak of electronic-cigarette (e-cigarette), or vaping, product use-associated lung injury (EVALI). As of... READ MORE
Covering Wisconsin Receives Funding to Expand Enrollment Navigators
Today Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm and Covering Wisconsin announced a new partnership to get more Wisconsinites enrolled in health insurance during this year’s open enrollment period. DHS awarded Covering Wisconsin... READ MORE
Safe Opioid Prescribing for Pediatric Patients
The UW-Madison Interprofessional Continuing Education Partnership has announced a new course, "Safe Opioid Prescribing for Pediatric Patients." This interactive course addresses minimizing opioid use and safe opioid prescribing for pediatric patients. Participants have multiple opportunities... READ MORE
Wisconsin Immunization Update
CDC Letter to Health Care Providers: Measles Elimination in the U.S. A letter from Dr. Redfield, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director, and Dr. Butler, CDC Deputy Director for Infectious Disease, was sent... READ MORE
State Health Department urges people to get vaccinated against the flu
The excitement of returning to school, going to local football games, and other fall activities will soon be followed by flu season, and health officials are encouraging people to schedule their flu vaccines now... READ MORE
American Academy of Pediatrics Commends the Administration for Bold Action on Flavored E-Cigarettes
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) commends the Administration for its announcement today that it intends to "clear the market" of all flavored e-cigarettes, including of menthol and mint flavors. The move comes as e-cigarette... READ MORE
Forecasted Funding Opportunities in Adolescent Health
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Adolescent Health Program will be announcing two separate funding opportunities this fall. The first is the Sexual Violence Prevention Program (SVPP), funded by the Rape Prevention and Education... READ MORE
Governor and First Lady Pledge Support for Early Childhood
At the recent Governor's Early Childhood Advisory Council (ECAC) meeting held in Madison, Governor Tony Evers and First Lady Kathy Evers pledged ongoing support for investment in the social and emotional needs of young children,... READ MORE
DHS Receives $1.8 million Grant to Expand Maternal Mortality Review Team Efforts
Goals include preventing pregnancy complications and death, and reducing disparities in health care The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) announced today it will receive a 5-year, $1.8 million grant from the Centers for Disease... READ MORE
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