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AAP Continues Long-Term Efforts to Reduce Nicotine Harm
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has long championed policies to protect youth from nicotine exposure and addiction. With traditional cigarette use declining but e-cigarette use rising among teens, the AAP continues to push for strong federal action to keep these products out of young hands. In 2025, the FDA proposed a rule to limit nicotine levels in combustible tobacco products, and the AAP—alongside nearly 80 public health organizations—voiced strong support, urgin
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Measles Elimination Status Threatened
Twenty-five years after eliminating measles, the U.S. is on the verge of losing that status. Whether the country crosses that line this winter or narrowly avoids it, efforts will be needed to boost vaccination rates to prevent the spread of a disease with potential long-term effects. The U.S. eliminated measles in 2000 , but as misinformation has spread, vaccination rates have declined, leading to an increase in measles cases. There have been 1,648 confirmed cases  this yea
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States Take Legal Action to Protect SNAP Benefits During Government Shutdown
A coalition of 23 state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture, seeking to ensure continued funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. See the below links for more on this developing story Washington Post New York Times NBC News
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Oct 301 min read
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Peanut allergies in children drop after recommendations for early introduction
In 2015, the Learning Early About Peanut Allergy study found peanut introduction among infants ages 4-11 months with severe atopic dermatitis and/or egg allergy significantly reduced the risk of peanut allergy. Later that year, medical groups released guidance on early introduction of peanut to these high-risk infants. In 2017, addendum guidelines endorsed by the AAP called for introduction as early as 4-6 months for high-risk infants and 6 months for moderate-risk infants. I
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Oct 281 min read
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Collaboration in Action: Recap of the Indiana Pediatric Education Conference!
We are thrilled to share the incredible success of our recent Indiana Pediatric Event — a groundbreaking moment for our pediatric...
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Sep 291 min read
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Important Update About INAAP’s CARE Program
We’re reaching out to share an important update about the CARE Program, INAAP’s statewide initiative that has connected hundreds of...
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May 271 min read
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INAAP 2025 Annual Awards
The nomination window for INAAP's annual awards is now open! INAAP has traditionally handed out four awards to recognize pediatricians,...
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May 21 min read
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Priority Health Virtual Book Drive
Priority Health is Hosting a Virtual Book Drive for Reach Out and Read Indiana! We’re proud to partner with Priority Health  to support...
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Apr 151 min read
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Introducing: Store It Safe! Youth Suicide Prevention QI Program.
Recent statistics from The Indiana Department of Health indicate that 1 Indiana youth dies by suicide every 34 hours, making suicide the...
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Apr 11 min read
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Join Us for Indiana's First Joint Pediatric Education Conference!
Join Us for Indiana’s First Joint Pediatric Education Conference! Exciting news for Indiana’s pediatric community! For the first time...
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Apr 11 min read
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Save The Date!
We are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration between the Indiana Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Riley...
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Mar 111 min read
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Week 7 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the seventh week of the legislative session.
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Mar 31 min read
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Week 8 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the Eighth week of the legislative session.
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Week 9 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the ninth week of the legislative session.
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Week 6 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the sixth week of the legislative session.
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Feb 251 min read
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Week 5 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the fifth week of the legislative session.
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Feb 141 min read
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Week 4 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the fourth week of the legislative session.
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Feb 101 min read
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Week 3 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the third week of the legislative session.
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Jan 311 min read
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Week 2 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the second week of the legislative session.
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Jan 241 min read
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2025 INAAP Bill Track List and Week 1 Legislative Updates
Use the link in this post to get a summary of everything that happened at the Statehouse during the first week of the legislative...
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