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2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Category: safety_and_prevention
2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) was discovered in December 2019 and has now spread throughout the world. As the virus spreads, we are seeing some people with mild illness, some who get very sick, and some who have died. The reason health officials are concerned is because the virus is new, which makes
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ASDs Family Handout—Financial Assistance and Related Programs for Families
Category: pediatric_care
Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are able to get support from programs funded through their state or county. Some examples are financial help, education support, medical care, job skills training, and residential or living services. Some supports are available to all children because
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ASDs Family Handout—Intervention Approaches Used for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Category: pediatric_care
If you have concerns about your child’s development and behavior, your child should be seen to tell if she needs therapy. You do not need a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to begin many kinds of therapy. There can be a long wait for ASD diagnosis, so it is important to start therapy while
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ASDs Family Handout—Lab Tests
Category: pediatric_care
All children have some laboratory tests at birth and as part of regular checkups. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often need more tests. These tests can help find the cause of the condition or problems related to it that may not be obvious. This helps guide your child’s doctor in treating
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ASDs Family Handout—Medications and Your Child
Category: safety_and_prevention
While medications will not change your child’s autism spectrum disorder (ASD), they can be helpful when added to other treatments to help your child’s development and learning.
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ASDs Family Handout—Visiting the Doctor
Category: pediatric_care
Going to the doctor can be stressful for any child. For a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there may be extra challenges because of sensory, communication, and other symptoms. Here are some tips to help make visiting the doctor easier.
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Anesthesia and Your Child: Information for Parents
Category: safety_and_prevention
Any time a child requires a hospital visit, it can cause anxiety for both a parent and the child. This especially may be the case when the visit involves any type of procedure that might require anesthesia. Examples of such procedures are surgery, medical imaging, and certain tests to examine the stomach
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Anesthesia and Your Child: The Day of the Procedure
Category: pediatric_care
Some hospitals allow 1 support person (usually a parent) to go with a child into the operating room or other area where the child is to receive anesthesia. This may be possible for scheduled procedures or surgeries but not for emergency surgery. Check on the policy at your hospital ahead of time. Your
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Breastfeeding During COVID-19 Pandemic
Category: safety_and_prevention
The outbreak of COVID-19 is a stressful time for everyone. This may be especially true for mothers who are breastfeeding and concerned about their baby’s health. However, new moms can successfully start and maintain breastfeeding during the pandemic, with some recommended precautions.
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COVID-19: Information for Families of Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Category: safety_and_prevention
As COVID-19 continues to spread, children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN), may be at increased risk for complications. This includes children with chronic conditions, disabilities, and those with medically complex conditions.
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Cloth Face Coverings for Children During COVID-19
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance on when COVID-19 is diagnosed or suspected.
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Cloth Face Coverings for Children During COVID-19
Category: safety_and_prevention
To protect ourselves and others from COVID-19, the CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings out in public.
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Co-Parenting Through COVID-19: Putting Your Children First
Category: safety_and_prevention
While a crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic can add to the stress of co-parenting, it can also help parents overcome their issues and work together to safeguard the children they both love.
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Connected Kids: Clinical Guide
Category: pediatric_care
CONNECTED KIDS: This extensive clinical guide to the American Academy of Pediatrics' Connected Kids Program contains an overview of all of the program's component parts, a counseling schedule, ideas for practice implementation, and other supplemental
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Exposure - No Symptoms
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance for exposure (close contact) to a person with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 infection.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Prevention
Category: safety_and_prevention
Information and guidance on preventing COVID-19 infection.
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