The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children. Explore our comprehensive resources, evidence-based guidelines, and expert insights on pediatric care.

The AAP was founded in 1930 by 35 pediatricians to serve as an independent forum to address children's health needs. At that time, the idea that children had unique developmental and health needs was new.

AAP Policy brings together a constellation of policy documents from the American Academy of Pediatrics. Policy Statements, Clinical Reports, Clinical Practice Guidelines, and Technical Reports are now in one location.

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Latest AAP Policy Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule: United States, 2025: Policy Statement Evaluating Young Children With Fractures for Child Abuse: Clinical Report

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Whether you are providing routine preventive services, anticipatory guidance or acute care, or are simply looking for evidence-based AAP policy recommendations on a wide variety of health topics, our A-to-Z Patient Care topic pages are here to help.

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Aug 5, 2022 · Reaffirmation of AAP Clinical Practice Guideline: The Diagnosis and Management of the Initial Urinary Tract Infection in Febrile Infants and Young Children 2–24 Months of Age

This AAP report covers the latest federal and state advocacy activities impacting child health (AAP login required).