A group of MN providers have asked state legislators to provide additional funding for the Treat Yourself First campaign, a program that helps break down discrimination and stigma around seeking help for mental health concerns. minnpost.com/mental-health-…

Check out a recent article in the Star Tribune, written by Dr. Sheldon Berkowitz, Vaccinate your kids now, before Minnesota sees a measles or whooping cough outbreak. startribune.com/readers-write-…

In light of the AAP's recommendation that pediatricians be prepared to support people with HIV with sustained viral suppression (below 50 copies per mL) who desire to breastfeed, the MDH would like to make all pediatricians aware of resources. Learn More: files.constantcontact.com/de3194dc201/24…

MNAAP members are invited to learn more about the newly released AAP infant liver disease clinical report and participate in an “Ask the Expert” session. Register here: aap.webex.com/webappng/sites…

The American Cancer Society and the ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable are inviting rural healthcare partners to join a learning community aimed at connecting partners and improving on-time HPV vaccination rates among adolescents aged 9–13. us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

The Minnesota Medical Association honors outstanding advocacy champions each month, and we’re thrilled to share that this month’s honoree is our very own Katie Smentek, MD, President of the MNAAP Chapter. Read more: mnmed.org/advocacychampi…

🧠 Webinar: Supporting Mental Health in Young Children 📅 May 23, 2025 | ⏰ 12:15 PM CST 💬 Topics include: ✔️ Screening for early signs ✔️ Effective interventions ✔️ The parent-child mental health connection ✔️ A new Family Mental Health Care model us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Today's decision is about undermining independent medical expertise and will only further endanger the health of the American public, especially children. bit.ly/43Bwd80

Webinar: Medicaid and Child Health Equity in Minnesota June 13, 2025 | 12:15 PM - 1:00 PM CST Join us for a conversation with Dr. Nate Chomilo as he outlines upcoming changes to Medicaid and what they could mean for Minnesota’s youngest residents. 🔗us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

🌟Now available on-demand!🌟 On-Demand Webinar: Secondary Traumatic Stress: Why Caring for Providers is the First Step in Patient Care Watch webinar: youtu.be/oH_BfTgtWcE Please take this short survey after watching the webinar to provide feedback: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8335804/Pos…

We're accepting applications for 7 at-large MNAAP Board of Directors positions! - Connect with pediatricians from across the state - Share your voice on key initiatives and chapter activities - Help move our anti-racism and equity work forward Email bauer@mnaap for information!

On-Demand: Youth Substance Use: Healthcare Providers CAN Address This and Give Support - Identify risks - Start conversations about substance use - Respond with ideas and support for youth - Offer medications that can reduce risk 🔗 youtu.be/wCb2yTFAZLM

Now available on-demand! Supporting Mental Health in Young Children Topics include: - Screening for early signs - Effective interventions - The parent-child mental health connection - A new Family Mental Health Care model youtube.com/watch?v=9maoWQ…

Today's ACIP meeting is usually a time where experts come together to inform the future of vaccines. That is not what today will be. That is not what we can stand behind. The AAP will continue to recommend its own childhood vaccine schedule -- just as we have since the 1930s.

From Awareness to Action: Practical Strategies for Addressing the Impact of Secondary Traumatic Stress TODAY | 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm This session offers AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ / CME and will focus on secondary trauma experienced by pediatricians. us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

🌟Now Avilable On-Demand!🌟 Dr. Nate Chomilo as he outlines upcoming changes to Medicaid and what they could mean for Minnesota’s youngest residents. Every pediatrician in the state has a stake in this conversation—don’t miss it. 🔗youtube.com/watch?v=Av2CKA…

If you see patients between the ages of 3-8 years, you can gain access to a network of therapists who support parents to address mild-moderate child behavior concerns. Email [email protected] if you are interested or have questions. 🔗knowledgeforparents.umn.edu/referralstudy

Helping families understand their young child’s developmental milestones is important. CDC has free resources to support your developmental surveillance efforts and conversations with families. Download these resources today! 🔗cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearl…

The Twin Cities Pediatric Update (TCPU) planning team is offering a limited number of scholarships to attend the upcoming conference—happening September 18–19 in Lakeville, MN. Apply by August 1 🔗forms.office.com/pages/response…

Executive Director Jeff Bauer recently visited CHI St. Gabriel’s Health Center in Little Falls, a pilot site for our AAP Immunization Partnership Grant. The visit focused on hearing directly from clinic staff about the challenges they face around childhood vaccine hesitancy.