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Organizational Websites

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - National organization committed to the health and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.  The site contains general information related to child health and specific guidelines on a variety of pediatric issues.

Illinois Chapter of the AAP - Find out how the AAP is working in our area.  Visit the site to learn about Illinois’ Reach Out and Read Program and for resources on a wide range of topics like asthma, developmental screening, and school health. 

American Academy of Family Physicians  (AAFP) - Website sponsored by the National Association of Family Doctors.  For clinical information regarding pediatric health questions, visit www.familydoctor.org.

American Medical Association  (AMA) - The largest association of medical doctors and medical students in the United States.  The AMA's mission is to promote the art and science of medicine for the betterment of the public health, to advance the interests of physicians and their patients, and to lobby for legislation favorable to physicians and their patients.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Agency of the United States Department of Health and Human Services aimed to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability.  Visit the site for information on infectious diseases, vaccinations, healthy living, and safety.

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