Past Events
D.C. Expands Children’s Vaccine Sites As Santa Promotes the Shot
You’ve packed plenty of snacks and slathered on sunscreen, and you’ve covered all your bases in preparation for a thrilling summertime...
Many US Beaches Harbor too Much Fecal Bacteria
WASHINGTON (7News) — If you’re swimming at one of America’s ocean or lake beaches this summer, or diving into a refreshing river, you may be...
Here’s how to keep your kids safe from the coronavirus Delta variant
(CNN) The more contagious Delta variant is spreading fast across the US, but children under 12 cannot get the best protection there is -- a...
Baby Proofing Your Home at Every Stage
Redfinblog.by Julia Weaver Baby proofing your home is hardly a one-time event. As your child grows, so do potential hazards they’ll face and...
9 Signs your child is overheated – Romper.com
You’ve packed plenty of snacks and slathered on sunscreen, and you’ve covered all your bases in preparation for a thrilling summertime excursion with the little ones. One concern that may…
National Doctor’s Day
On March 30th each year, National Doctors Day honors the professionals for their dedication and contributions to society and the community....
DC AAP Statement on the District of Columbia Return to School Policy
DC AAP strongly supports full-time, in-person learning for children and adolescents in the District. Schools and school-supported programs are fundamental to…
AAP DC Statement on Racial Injustice
This past week, our community has been engulfed in turmoil. Our children look out their windows and see flames, hear helicopters, and watch...
AAPDC Seeks Executive Director
The D.C. Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (DC AAP) is the local Washington, D.C. chapter of the national American Academy of...