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Lead Poisoning Prevention Lead Poisoning Prevention and Education Resources for Healthcare Providers Provide more effective care to the infants, toddlers, and children you serve by improving your knowledge and skillset with these resources handselected by ICAAP. These expert resources cover topics like: key demographics who should get tested for lead follow-up testing for children with…

Lead Poisoning Prevention Lead Poisoning Prevention and Education Resources for Parents and Families Lead poisoning is a serious health concern, especially for young children. If you’re concerned about lead exposure in your home or community, explore the resources on this page. We have gathered helpful information on: the effects of lead poisoning how your child…

Lead Poisoning Prevention March 6, 2024 FDA Alert: Ground Cinnamon Recall for Elevated Lead Levels   The U.S. Food & Drug Administration issued an alert about ground cinnamon sold by a number of brands at six different retail chains. Samples of these products were tested by the FDA and were found to contain elevated levels of…

Leadership & Staff The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP) is led by a dedicated group of pediatricians who volunteer their service to improve pediatric care in Illinois. ICAAP leadership includes five chapter officers, seven elected members, and one appointed executive committee member representing an academic medical center. These 12 members are called the…

About Us The Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, also known as ICAAP, is a non-partisan, nonprofit organization made up of over 2,000 pediatricians in Illinois. As an organization, we work to build stronger communities by improving health care for children in our state. Investing in Pediatricians to Ensure Stronger Communities When children…

Immigration Programs Supporting Immigrant Families & New Arrivals Children and families going through the immigration process face challenges and stressors that can prevent their access to timely and comprehensive medical care. Many immigrant families face food and housing insecurity, communication barriers, and have little to no experience navigating our health care system. Because of these…

Media Use Discussing Digital Media with Kids & Teens Clinical and Parental Guidance on Media Use from the AAP Media use is a growing concern among parents and healthcare providers, but connecting with children and teens about their screentime can be difficult. Screens have become commonplace for most children, teens, and young people, making a…

Pediatric Mental Health Care Education Improving Mental Health Outcomes for Children in Illinois As a pediatric health care provider, you may have found yourselves on the frontlines of addressing mental health, conducting screenings and interventions to better support your patients. As needs grow, we want to ensure you have the information and resources to effectively…

Pediatric Oral Health Emergency Kit Some Children in Illinois Are at Higher Risk for Oral Health Issues Proper oral health plays a critical role in the well-being of all children. For many families in Illinois, including our most vulnerable populations, there are many barriers to oral health care. According to the latest data from the…

SDF Application Silver Diamine Fluoride Application in the Pediatric Primary Care Setting Children and families without access to a dental home or other oral health resources are at higher risk for dental caries and other oral health issues. By learning to apply silver diamine fluoride solution to dental caries in your clinic, you can help…