Virginia Chapter AAP

Virginia Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics. The leading authority, advocate & voice for the health of children & for pediatricians in the Commonwealth.

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Thank you @SenatorHashmi for sponsoring the #CoverAllKids bill. 🌟Children's health coverage is an investment in a brighter, more prosperous future for Virginia. Together, let's ensure that every child gets medical coverage!

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Continuing to champion kids' health coverage is an investment in a brighter, prosperous future for Virginia. Let's move forward the #CoverAllKids bill, @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @JenniferBoysko

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Pls continue supporting the #CoverAllKids bill, @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @JenniferBoysko! W/health coverage, families can prioritize necessities like rent, food, and transportation.🏠🚗🥗

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The #CoverAllKids bill lets families to allocate funds to essentials, boosting the local economy. Be a champion, @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @SenatorHashmi @JenniferBoysko ⭐🏥🩺

[Virginia Chapter AAP @VAPediatricians]

Kids w/healthcare have lower HS dropout rates, increased college enrollment & higher 4yr college attainment. 📚 Continue to champion #CoverAllKids, @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @JenniferBoysko

[Virginia Chapter AAP @VAPediatricians]

The impact of health coverage in childhood extends to adulthood, resulting in lower hospitalization & ER use🏥 . Pls champion the #CoverAllKids bill, @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @JenniferBoysko

[Virginia Chapter AAP @VAPediatricians]

Please continue supporting the #CoverAllKids bill! The #CoverAllKids program allocates $7.3m in FY25 & $12m in FY26 for children’s health coverage. 💙 @SenLouiseLucas @CreighDeeds @SenatorLocke @SenDaveMarsden @AdamEbbin @BarbaraFavola @ssurovell @JeremyMcPike @JenniferBoysko

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Pediatricians are uniquely qualified to offer education and support for LGBTQ+ patients and their families. Talk with your pediatrician for help finding support groups for you or your child and learn more during #PrideMonth on https://t.co/3eTT9WQikS. https://t.co/nme2r6tBeD

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Friday June 2nd is Wear Orange for National Gun Violence Awareness Day! #WearOrange #ChildSafety #GunSenseNow

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During May, Mental Health Awareness Month, we're sharing resources to help you recognize and manage your or a loved one's mental health. This article enables you to focus on warning signs.
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#VA_AAP #pediatrics #MoreThanEnough

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Infant vaccination is school preparation. Vaccines help protect both individuals and communities by preventing and reducing the spread of infectious diseases. @ImmunizeVa
Learn more: https://t.co/8WPQsDIAeB
#VA_AAP #pediactrics #vaccination

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You can work with healthcare professionals and public health officials to help protect your entire community. Immunize and protect your children. @ImmunizeVa
Learn more: https://t.co/8WPQsDIAeB
#VA_AAP #pediactrics #vaccination

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Giving your baby the recommended vaccinations by age two is the best way to protect them from serious childhood diseases like whooping cough (pertussis) and measles. @ImmunizeVa
Learn more: https://t.co/8WPQsDJ849
#VA_AAP #pediactrics #vaccination

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Protect your infant and young children from vaccine-preventable diseases. Stay on track for their well-child visits and routinely recommended vaccinations. @ImmunizeVa
Learn more: https://t.co/8WPQsDIAeB
#VA_AAP #pediactrics #vaccination

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According to an ABC News report, experts are concerned about maternity care in the US, with one-third of US counties identified as maternity care deserts.
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#VA_AAP #pediatrics

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The AAP's policy statement “Firearm-Related Injuries and Deaths in Children and Youth: Injury Prevention and Harm Reduction” describes a harm-reduction approach optimal for gun violence prevention. @childrensatvcu
Full article: https://t.co/Cm6Zr2k8fS
#pediatrics #VA_AAP

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Check out the @_CHKD blog, "CDC Adds COVID-19 Vaccine to Recommended Vaccination Schedule" and see what it means.
https://t.co/SMpDtGO5gY
#VA_AAP #pediatrics #vaccinations

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A spike in strep is exacerbating the antibiotic shortage. Parents may need to call around if their pharmacy doesn't have what they need.
https://t.co/6O3D7PwJVK
#amoxicillin

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When the COVID-19 public health emergency ends in the U.S. next month, you’ll still have access to tests, but you may have to pick up some or all of the costs.
Read on: https://t.co/P5t97Aa4eD
#VAAAP #COVID19

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https://t.co/3eTT9WQikS is the most trusted parent website because it is powered by pediatricians. On this site, parents can find information about their child's health and development, including oral health.
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