Maine Chapter- AAP

The American Academy of Pediatrics, Maine Chapter. Dedicated to fulfilling the Chapter’s mission: to improve the lives of children and adolescents in Maine.

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We’re entering the last few weeks of summer vacation, but it’s still not too late to make some progress on your child’s reading goals! Get ready for the new school year ahead by getting your child into the habit of reading regularly.

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Maine’s “Bell to Bell, No Cell” law goes into effect on Aug 1. While some students may already be used to phone restrictions, some will be experiencing a school day without access to phones for the very first time & may need support from the adults in their lives as they adjust.

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It’s Healthy Vision Month! Protecting your child’s eyes and vision doesn’t have to be complicated - use these tips below and talk to your child’s pediatrician or eye doctor if you have any questions or concerns. More at: https://t.co/FccnwjZMBg

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Join us for a full day of learning and discussion with top mental and behavioral health experts, and an opportunity to connect with colleagues in different specialties who share the goal of improving the mental health of Maine’s youth.
Register here: https://t.co/5eVRBGqdmx

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Fluoride is crucial to preventing dental decay and disease, but how can you make sure your child gets enough? Learn more here: https://t.co/ALjW2SFPyf

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The best way to prevent tick-borne diseases, like Lyme Disease, is by preventing tick bites! The Maine AAP has created a series of patient-facing tick-borne disease prevention, check it out here: https://t.co/LXIMa5bu2I

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Remember - on their back, EVERY night and nap!

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July is Juvenile Arthritis (JA) Awareness Month. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common type of JA, affecting roughly 300,000 children and teens under the age of 16 in the United States. Learn more here: https://t.co/w2PiNtIOCf

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Across the U.S, there have been recent outbreaks of Cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a parasite that causes diarrhea, nausea and fatigue. Here are some tips to help you and your family stay safe from this illness:

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Headed to the water park for summer summer fun? Use these tips to ensure you stay safe while having a blast!

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For July’s Maine AAP Member Spotlight, we’re featuring Dr. Alyssa Goodwin! Learn more about what Dr. Goodwin has been up to lately in our newest newsletter: https://t.co/pTH7NdeyVG

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It’s UV Safety Month! UV radiation, which can come from natural light and artificial sources, can harm your health by causing sun burns and skin damage, eye problems, weakened immune systems, and skin cancers. Learn more: https://t.co/JmdXCcUuQZ

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We’re excited to announce that this fall we will be hosting our first ever youth mental health conference! This year’s conference is Advancing Youth Well-Being Through Partnership: A Collaborative Approach to Mental Health.

Learn more and register at: https://t.co/5eVRBGqdmx

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The 4th of July is almost here - make sure you celebrate safely by following these tips!

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Help kids beat the summer heat with these tips! ☀️🍦🌊

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Children born with cleft palates/lips, or other craniofacial conditions often have difficulty feeding, impaired language development, and greater increased risk for ear infections, hearing issues, and issues with their teeth. More at: https://t.co/HiUaUI3zBH

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The Maine AAP has some changes coming to our Executive Committee. We tip our hats in gratitude to Dr. Brian Youth, as he steps down as our Board President.

We are excited to welcome Dr. Anne Coates, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Southern Maine, as our new President!

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Make sure summer adventures don’t lead to tick-borne illnesses. More at: https://t.co/pagOic4Pdv

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Traveling this summer? Make sure your baby continues to sleep safely! More tips here: https://t.co/1uyac7cFve

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As a parent, it can be hard to wrap your head around vaccinating your child against a virus most often spread through sexual activity. However, the HPV vax can protect your child from cancers caused by HPV throughout their lifetime. A few shots now, means cancer prevention later