ICAAP and the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians issued this statement on the importance of evidence-based immunization recommendations. https://illinoisaap.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/IAFP.ICAAP-JointStatement.pdf
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National Immunization Awareness Month may be ending, but the work of pediatricians continues every day. Thank you for being a trusted source of vaccine information and for helping protect children and communities.
Before bringing home an e-bike, it's important to understand the risks, age recommendations, safety features and training requirements that can help prevent serious injuries - www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/are-electric-bikes-e-bikes-safe-for-children.aspx
Join us on September 9 at noon for this year's respiratory virus webinar. Registration is now open at illinoisaap.org/events. We look forward to seeing you there!
Some parents worry about giving their child multiple vaccines at once. We understand this concern. Every day, your child encounters thousands of different germs. Vaccines teach their immune system how to recognize germs that cause illness, so when they come into contact with them, they're ready.
August 24: The Kane County Health Department is reporting a confirmed case of measles in a Kane County resident. The best way to prevent measles is vaccination. https://www.kanehealth.com/Latest-News/Kane%20County%20Health%20Department%20Confirms%20Measles%20Case.pdf
ICAAP is deeply honored to receive this award for the second year in a row. Thank you, American Academy of Pediatrics, for the recognition.
National Tooth Fairy Day is a sweet reminder that caring for your smile starts early and pays off for a lifetime!
Es esa época del ano otra vez. Recuerdate, el formulario de Certificado de Examen de Salud de tu hijo/a se debe entregar 15 octubre.
Our free 6-day email series teaches Illinois parents how to talk with teens about mental health, recognize signs of anxiety and depression, understand when to seek help, and support your teen through the hardest years. You’re already a great parent. Let us help you feel more confident.
Staying up to date on vaccines prepares children’s immune systems to recognize and resist serious diseases. On-time immunization keeps kids healthy, active and in school — and keeps our communities healthier. When more school kids have immunity, it’s harder for contagious diseases to spread.
The national midterm elections will take place on Tuesday, November 3.
We hope you can join us for this important webinar! Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__T7F9MJZQiedQql8T9lEHg
Summer flies by! Call your child’s doctor today to make sure they have their required vaccines for school or day care. Visit https://www.cps.edu/servicesand-supports/health-and-wellness/vaccination/ to learn more or to find a vaccine provider near you, before the fall rush begins! #BackToSchool
This year, this event includes a half-day pre-conference on autism and a full-day conference on the most important topics in pediatric health.
There is no new evidence to justify significant changes to childhood immunization guidance. Read more on our Emerging Issues webpage.
The Annual Education Conference Planning Committee is inviting residents, medical students, and other students in pediatric health sciences to share their expertise in delivering pediatric care via a poster session at the 2026 Conference. https://forms.gle/Qe9hS5EVCuMWCzhP6
The guidance reflects updates to vaccines and treatments, but recommendations remain the same as previous years. Read the full policy statement by visiting our Tackling Respiratory Viruses webpage.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month! When parents and pediatricians work together, they can help protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases!
IDPH VFC Summits are back! Clinicians outside of the city of Chicago can join us this fall for a free, comprehensive, VFC-focused training. Go to illinoisaap.org/events to register for your chosen date. See you there!
The national midterm elections will take place on Tuesday, November 3. Make sure you are registered to vote! https://voter.turbovote.org/check-your-registration/
Nearly 1 in 5 young people ages 12-17 have a mental health diagnosis in the U.S.
HFS Director Elizabeth M. Whitehorn: “Federal Medicaid cuts will be devastating, as they will strip coverage away from many of our current customers, strain providers across the state, diminish funding for critical reproductive healthcare services, and bring major fiscal pressures for the state. ”
