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The official global health account of the American Academy of Pediatrics (@AmerAcadPeds). Dedicated to the health of all children around the world.

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We’re spotlighting Glo-NAC—American Academy of Pediatrics' global team of 50+ experts advancing newborn health. In 2025, Glo-NAC is launching: 1️⃣ A newborn transport training module 2️⃣ A perinatal loss support curriculum Improving care for newborns worldwide. #GlobalHealth

We’re spotlighting Glo-NAC—<a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a>' global team of 50+ experts advancing newborn health.

In 2025, Glo-NAC is launching:  
1️⃣ A newborn transport training module  
2️⃣ A perinatal loss support curriculum  

Improving care for newborns worldwide.  

#GlobalHealth
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Join us at the 9th International Conference on Pediatric Emergency Medicine in Saudi Arabia! Co-sponsored by American Academy of Pediatrics, this global event brings together pediatric emergency leaders from around the world to share insights, innovations & expertise. 🔗 icpem.co

Join us at the 9th International Conference on Pediatric Emergency Medicine in Saudi Arabia! Co-sponsored by <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a>, this global event brings together pediatric emergency leaders from around the world to share insights, innovations &amp; expertise.

🔗 icpem.co
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Our next #GlobalHealth Hero: Dr Donna Staton Founding member of SOGH and ICATCH, Dr Staton has spent decades advancing child health through global partnerships and advocacy. Her advice? “Start small. Stay humble. Learn from local leaders.”

Our next #GlobalHealth Hero: Dr Donna Staton

Founding member of SOGH and ICATCH, Dr Staton has spent decades advancing child health through global partnerships and advocacy.

Her advice? “Start small. Stay humble. Learn from local leaders.”
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We’re proud to share that American Academy of Pediatrics has joined the World Health Organization (WHO)’s Acute Care Action Network! ACAN is a global alliance advancing emergency care, especially in resource-limited settings. We’re honored to join partners worldwide to strengthen critical care systems and save lives.

We’re proud to share that <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> has joined the <a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a>’s Acute Care Action Network!

ACAN is a global alliance advancing emergency care, especially in resource-limited settings. We’re honored to join partners worldwide to strengthen critical care systems and save lives.
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Every minute, malaria takes the life of a child. Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay, the American Academy of Pediatrics echoes World Health Organization (WHO)’s call: while challenges remain, progress is possible. Strong health systems and community action offer real hope for a malaria-free future. 🔗 buff.ly/taAIFQK

Every minute, malaria takes the life of a child. Ahead of #WorldMalariaDay, the <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> echoes <a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a>’s call: while challenges remain, progress is possible. Strong health systems and community action offer real hope for a malaria-free future.

🔗 buff.ly/taAIFQK
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Ready to advocate for global child health? 🌍 Join the AmerAcad Peds Section on #GlobalHealth Advocacy Webinar next week! Learn how to navigate federal advocacy, craft clear messages, and hear insights from recent meetings on Capitol Hill. Register: buff.ly/fUWdxAT

Ready to advocate for global child health? 🌍 Join the <a href="/AmerAcad/">AmerAcad</a> Peds Section on #GlobalHealth Advocacy Webinar next week!

Learn how to navigate federal advocacy, craft clear messages, and hear insights from recent meetings on Capitol Hill.

Register: buff.ly/fUWdxAT
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Vaccines have saved over 154 million lives. This #WorldImmunizationWeek, American Academy of Pediatrics Global joins the World Health Organization (WHO) in celebrating pediatricians and global programs that protect children through life-saving vaccines and push for equitable access worldwide. 🌍💉

Vaccines have saved over 154 million lives. This #WorldImmunizationWeek, <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> Global joins the <a href="/WHO/">World Health Organization (WHO)</a> in celebrating pediatricians and global programs that protect children through life-saving vaccines and push for equitable access worldwide. 🌍💉
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🌍💉 Together for a Healthier Future! 💬✨ For #WorldImmunizationWeek, the International Pediatric Association is proud to share powerful statements from 19 of our member pediatric societies across the globe. From Asia to Africa, Europe to the Americas, pediatricians are united

🌍💉 Together for a Healthier Future! 💬✨

For #WorldImmunizationWeek, the International Pediatric Association is proud to share powerful statements from 19 of our member pediatric societies across the globe. From Asia to Africa, Europe to the Americas, pediatricians are united
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This #InternationalNursesDay we're proud to spotlight team member Nicole Faster for her career in nursing & contribution to American Academy of Pediatrics initiatives to ensure newborns receive the highest quality care. Thank you Nicole—and nurses everywhere—for your compassion & commitment!

This #InternationalNursesDay we're proud to spotlight team member Nicole Faster for her career in nursing &amp; contribution to <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> initiatives to ensure newborns receive the highest quality care.

Thank you Nicole—and nurses everywhere—for your compassion &amp; commitment!
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This #InternationalNursesDay, we celebrate Theresa Zeller—a lifelong advocate for newborns. From the NICU to global work with American Academy of Pediatrics, her dedication continues to improve care for the most vulnerable. Thank you, Theresa—and nurses everywhere! #NursesDay #GlobalHealth

This #InternationalNursesDay, we celebrate Theresa Zeller—a lifelong advocate for newborns. From the NICU to global work with <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a>, her dedication continues to improve care for the most vulnerable.

Thank you, Theresa—and nurses everywhere!

#NursesDay #GlobalHealth
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Are you a pediatric IMG preparing for fellowship or your first attending role? Join American Academy of Pediatrics SOIMG's webinar for an insightful webinar designed to help you navigate the next steps in your career. Register: buff.ly/HxRWUcr 📅 Fri, May 23 🕔 5–6 PM EDT

Are you a pediatric IMG preparing for fellowship or your first attending role?

Join <a href="/AmerAcadPeds/">American Academy of Pediatrics</a> SOIMG's webinar for an insightful webinar designed to help you navigate the next steps in your career.

Register: buff.ly/HxRWUcr 

📅 Fri, May 23
🕔 5–6 PM EDT
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Happy #KangarooCareDay! iKMC— minimal separation of caregivers and newborns—saves lives and strengthens bonds. Check out our new course on iKMC implementation in global settings! 🔗 Sign up for updates: buff.ly/JkBhYfh 🎓 Check CE eligibility: buff.ly/tsQsaVw

Happy #KangarooCareDay! iKMC— minimal separation of caregivers and newborns—saves lives and strengthens bonds. Check out our new course on iKMC implementation in global settings!

🔗 Sign up for updates: buff.ly/JkBhYfh
🎓 Check CE eligibility: buff.ly/tsQsaVw
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We had a great visit last week with partner Rwanda Paediatric Association! Our ECHO delivers collaborative mentorship on birth defect identification & treatment to providers at eight hospitals. We met to advance data-sharing plans so all interest-holders will be able to learn from the findings.

We had a great visit last week with partner <a href="/RwandaPaeds/">Rwanda Paediatric Association</a>! Our ECHO delivers collaborative mentorship on birth defect identification &amp; treatment to providers at eight hospitals. We met to advance data-sharing plans so all interest-holders will be able to learn from the findings.
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Global health practitioners—don’t miss Part 2 of @JSIHealth's Service Experience in Action webinar! Discover how evidence-based strategies are improving care for providers and families worldwide. 🗓️ May 21 | ⏰ 8–9 AM EST 🔗 Register: buff.ly/mylM2cz

Global health practitioners—don’t miss Part 2 of @JSIHealth's Service Experience in Action webinar!

Discover how evidence-based strategies are improving care for providers and families worldwide.

🗓️ May 21 | ⏰ 8–9 AM EST
🔗 Register: buff.ly/mylM2cz
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Dr Tatuski Ikuse presented our vaccine hesitancy simulation work at #PAS2025! In partnership with the Japan and Philippine Pediatric Societies, we’re building tools to support better vaccine conversations. Thank you, Dr Ikuse!

Dr Tatuski Ikuse presented our vaccine hesitancy simulation work at #PAS2025! In partnership with the Japan and Philippine Pediatric Societies, we’re building tools to support better vaccine conversations.

Thank you, Dr Ikuse!
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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with @AdtalemGlobal Foundation to expand GHEARD—AmerAcad Ped's #GlobalHealthEducation curriculum! Together, we’re building a more equitable future for children through collaborative training and global partnerships. #GlobalHealth

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with @AdtalemGlobal Foundation to expand GHEARD—<a href="/AmerAcad/">AmerAcad</a> Ped's #GlobalHealthEducation curriculum!

Together, we’re building a more equitable future for children through collaborative training and global partnerships.

#GlobalHealth
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"Don't be afraid to advocate!" That's the message from Dr Regina Rosa, MD, MPH, FAAP, who is collaborating this week with our partner, the Mozambican Pediatric Association, on advocacy and sustainability planning. #pediatrics #globalhealth

"Don't be afraid to advocate!" That's the message from Dr Regina Rosa, MD, MPH, FAAP, who is collaborating this week with our partner, the Mozambican Pediatric Association, on advocacy and sustainability planning. 

#pediatrics #globalhealth
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Dr Rita dos Santos became an ECD Champion in 2023 with the Mozambican Association of Pediatricians. After 2 years of training and advocacy work, today Dr dos Santos gave the presentation "Pediatricians are natural advocates" to the new cohort of ECD Champions. #ECD #Mozambique

Dr Rita dos Santos became an ECD Champion in 2023 with the Mozambican Association of Pediatricians. After 2 years of training and advocacy work, today Dr dos Santos gave the presentation "Pediatricians are natural advocates" to the new cohort of ECD Champions.

#ECD #Mozambique
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At our workshop with the Mozambican Pediatric Association this week, we are honoring #AfricaDay. Our pediatric partners in Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya are leading advancements in early childhood development, creating a brighter future for the next generation. #ECD

At our workshop with the Mozambican Pediatric Association this week, we are honoring #AfricaDay. Our pediatric partners in Mozambique, Tanzania and Kenya are leading advancements in early childhood development, creating a brighter future for the next generation.

#ECD
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Ahead of #WorldNoTobaccoDay, join @KenyaPaeds & Ministry of Health for a vital webinar on protecting youth from the harms of nicotine. Deceptive Appeal: Nicotine, Youth and the Adults Who Must Intervene 🗓️ May 29 7:00 PM EAT | 11:00 AM CDT 📍 Zoom 🔗 buff.ly/vekaRBb

Ahead of #WorldNoTobaccoDay, join @KenyaPaeds &amp; Ministry of Health for a vital webinar on protecting youth from the harms of nicotine. 

Deceptive Appeal: Nicotine, Youth and the Adults Who Must Intervene
🗓️ May 29 7:00 PM EAT | 11:00 AM CDT
📍 Zoom
🔗 buff.ly/vekaRBb