Resources
Patient Forms
The internet sites listed below are great resources for pediatrics. They provide information that is up to date, accurate and reliable.
Best overall web site for Pediatrics:
- www.aap.org - The official web site of the American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP). It has great information about caring for children from newborns to adolescents with useful links to other web sites.
- www.healthychildren.org - AAP sponsored website for up to date child health information and guidance on parenting issues.
Another good source for information:
- www.kidshealth.org - health information for parents, children and teens.
Web sites for information about VACCINES and Infectious diseases:
- www.cispimmunize.org - This is the best web site for answering all of your vaccine related questions. It is sponsored by the American Academy of Pediatrics(AAP).
- www.cdc.gov - The Center for Disease Control web site provides up to date information on infectious diseases and current outbreaks. It also has great information about travel health and vaccines.
Allergy Information:
- www.aafa.org - excellent information on asthma and allergies
- www.foodallergy.org - provides valuable information for patients with food allergies
Breastfeeding information:
- www.llli.org La Leche League International helps mothers worldwide to breastfeed and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother.
Web sites for Teens:
Teens can be misled about important health issues on the internet. Encourage teens to use the following resources for accurate and up to date information.
- www.youngwomenshealth.org - sponsored by the Children's Hospital Boston - valuable information for teens
- www.youngmenshealthsite.org http://kidshealth.org/teen - information for teens on medical and social issues