Sun safety is a must! ☀️ Remember sunscreen, shade, hats, and plenty of water to keep your kids protected and happy all summer long. 😎🧴💧 #SummerSunSafety #SunSmartKids

Red skin doesn’t always mean a sunburn! Here's how to tell the difference between sunburn and heat rash. 🔥 Sunburn: Red, painful, hot to touch, appears hours later ☀️ Heat Rash: Small red bumps, itchy/prickly, shows up quickly in creases #summersafety

Today is Juneteenth — a day of reflection, celebration, and learning. ✊🏾❤️💛💚 We honor the end of slavery in the United States and celebrate Black freedom, resilience, and culture. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay

June is CMV Awareness Month 💜 Did you know that Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is common in children and spreads easily? 🧼 Simple prevention steps can help reduce risk. Awareness saves futures. #StopCMV #CMVPrevention

Pool time should be fun and safe! 💦 Always keep an eye on your little swimmers, use life jackets, and make sure your pool is secure. A few simple steps can make all the difference. Stay safe and enjoy the splash! 🛟🏊‍♀️ #PoolSafety #WaterSmart

🚨 Iowa health officials have now confirmed 6 cases of measles. 📌 Make sure you and your family are up to date on MMR shots. 📞 Contact your healthcare provider if you notice symptoms like fever, cough, or rash. Stay informed. Stay protected. #Measles #VaccinateToProtect

🧠 DID YOU KNOW? Congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) is the leading viral cause of birth defects and developmental disabilities in the US. ✅ THE GOOD NEWS? Early identification and treatment can make a difference. 💬Share this to raise awareness. #CMVAwarenessMonth

We urge elected officials and the public to protect science, defend ACIP, and stand with pediatricians as we fight to keep children safe from preventable diseases.

Vaccines are not political. They’re lifesaving. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) plays a vital role in ensuring vaccine safety and effectiveness for all. #ProtectOurChildren

🩺 From our Immunization Chapter Champion: FAQ for parents on optimal MMR timing: 👉 Dose 1: At 12-month well-child exam 👉 Dose 2: At 4–6-year WCE or earlier if parents/providers agree 👉 For international travel or travel to outbreak areas: Offer MMR between 6–11 months of age

Sparklers can burn at 2,000°F, hot enough to melt metal! 🔥 Instead of sparklers, try glow sticks, confetti poppers, or LED wands to celebrate safely. 🎇 #FireworkSafety #SafeCelebrations

The safest way to enjoy fireworks? Leave it to the pros! 💥Safety first, always. ❤️ #FireworkFacts #FourthOfJulyTips

Happy 4th of July from our chapter to you! #happyfourth

While childhood clavicle fractures have remained steady, hospitalizations for broken collarbones more than doubled 2014-2021, often due to more severe fractures.. 👩For caregivers: tinyurl.com/News071025 🩺For pediatricians: tinyurl.com/JSES25

Nicotine poisoning in kids under 6 is surging. 🚨 📈 763% rise in nicotine pouch poisonings (2020–2023) 🧃 Even a single pouch or small amount of e-liquid can be dangerous. 🔒 Lock them up. Know the signs. Pediatric guidance matters. #TobaccoFreeKids #Pediatrics #ChildSafety #AAP

DID YOU KNOW the FDA ruled on Thursday allowing vaping brand Juul to keep its e-cigarettes on the market? This is a devastating blow as approximately 1.63 million youths reported using e-cigarettes in 2024. 🤯 Read more here: loom.ly/G4BKYxQ #protectchildren #tobaccofree

The Trump Administration ended the 988 LGBTQ+ specialized services on Thursday, July 17. ☎️So who can you talk to? The Trevor Project’s trained crisis counselors are available 24/7/365, to support every young person. #988 #LGBTQ #MentalHealth

🍼 RSV is the #1 cause of infant hospitalization. It hits hardest in babies under 6 months, but we can help prevent it. 💬 Ask your pediatrician how to protect your baby before RSV season. #RSV #InfantHealth #IowaAAP

📚 School is just around the corner, and mental health matters more than ever! Find resources to support the emotional wellbeing children in your life: tinyurl.com/EWell25 🧡 #mentalhealthawareness #backtoschool

👏 Proud to exhibit at this year’s Iowa State Advocacy Summit! Big thanks to our amazing med students & residents who showed up to learn skills to advocate for early childhood education & ending child hunger. Your voices matter! 🩺🍎 #AdvocacyInAction