The following links may of be of interest to parents:
American Academy of Pediatrics
HealthyChildren.org
These sites have an extensive "library" of information about childrens' health ranging from general topics like child development to specific issues like ADHD, breast feeding, sleep problems and car seats. They also address health issues in the news and specific chilhood illnesses.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
This provides frequent updates on current health issues like influenza and country specific travel recommendations.
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
This has a useful section on vaccines as well as information on specific childhood diseases.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is a federal agency which publishes alerts about potentially dangerous children's products and product recalls.
Northern New England Poison Center
The Center is available 24/7 to answer questions about acute poisonings and provide information on common household products and plants that are potentially toxic. Their toll free number is 1-800-222-1222.
Vermont Child Passenger Safety Program
This site explains the Vermont child car restraint law and answers common questions about car seat use.
Vermont Children's Hospital at The University of Vermont Medical Center
This describes specialty services available at our Children's Hospital, support groups and health tips from Dr. First, the Chief of Pediatrics.
Vermont Department of Health
Here you will find state public health policies, programs and resources.
American Academy of Pediatrics
HealthyChildren.org
These sites have an extensive "library" of information about childrens' health ranging from general topics like child development to specific issues like ADHD, breast feeding, sleep problems and car seats. They also address health issues in the news and specific chilhood illnesses.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
This provides frequent updates on current health issues like influenza and country specific travel recommendations.
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
This has a useful section on vaccines as well as information on specific childhood diseases.
Consumer Product Safety Commission
The Consumer Product Safety Commission is a federal agency which publishes alerts about potentially dangerous children's products and product recalls.
Northern New England Poison Center
The Center is available 24/7 to answer questions about acute poisonings and provide information on common household products and plants that are potentially toxic. Their toll free number is 1-800-222-1222.
Vermont Child Passenger Safety Program
This site explains the Vermont child car restraint law and answers common questions about car seat use.
Vermont Children's Hospital at The University of Vermont Medical Center
This describes specialty services available at our Children's Hospital, support groups and health tips from Dr. First, the Chief of Pediatrics.
Vermont Department of Health
Here you will find state public health policies, programs and resources.