AAP News

11/07/2025

A new study shows fatal overdoses from fentanyl among adolescents and young adults have dropped since 2021. Rates remain high for American Indian/Alaska Native, Black, and Hispanic/Latino youth, highlighting the need for targeted prevention efforts. Learn more:

Researchers recommend prevention programming tailored to youths ages 10-14 and from certain racial/ethnic subgroups.

11/07/2025

About one in seven children living in households receiving federal food assistance still experienced food insecurity, according to a new Pediatrics study.

Researchers found that 13.5% of children in families enrolled in SNAP or WIC reported food insecurity in the past year. Findings suggest participation in these programs alone may not be enough to meet families’ food needs. Learn more about the study at:

One in seven children continued to face food insecurity despite being enrolled in federal assistance programs, according to a new study published in Pediatrics.

11/06/2025

The AAP and other leading medical groups have filed an amended lawsuit against HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. calling for members of a key federal vaccine advisory committee to be replaced and its recent decisions overturned.

The complaint says the new appointees lack the expertise required for their roles and that recent COVID-19 vaccine recommendations have caused confusion, fear, and barriers to care. Learn more at:

The amended complaint against HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says the ACIP appointees lack the credentials and experience required of their role and that the group’s votes should be declared null and void.

11/05/2025

A study across eight U.S. medical schools found that over 20% of students experience food insecurity, a rate higher than that of all U.S. households. Read more:

A 2023 survey found that 21% of respondents experienced low or very low food security; 13.5% of all U.S. households were food insecure that year.

11/05/2025

The U.S. eliminated measles in 2000, but rising cases are putting that status at risk. Over 1,600 infections have been confirmed this year, and experts say the true number may be higher. This week, an expert commission is meeting to review the latest measles data in the Americas. Canada is expected to be a top focus, with ongoing outbreaks since October 2024, while the U.S. and Mexico have outbreaks that began in January and February of 2025. Read more at https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/33659/With-measles-elimination-status-at-risk?searchresult=1

11/03/2025

New product recalls: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of dressers, window blinds, baby loungers, and other products. Learn more at

Federal officials have announced the recall of products that may be harmful.

10/31/2025

New data from the US Census Bureau shows that racial disparities in child poverty continue to exist despite overall child poverty decreasing. Learn more about the study:

In 2024, one in four Black children and one in five Hispanic children lived in poverty compared to fewer than one in 10 non-Hispanic white or Asian children.

10/31/2025

Autistic children are valued members of our communities, deserving of support driven by high-quality research. Though preliminary studies have suggested the potential benefit of leucovorin for some autistic children, the evidence base remains too limited to support a wider recommendation. Questions on its benefits, dosing, appropriate monitoring and potential long-term impacts remain unanswered. Larger trials are needed to determine whether leucovorin is a safe and effective option for the autistic pediatric population.

AAP will update its guidance as evidence is compiled and encourages pediatricians to engage in shared decision-making with families asking about leucovorin while providing clear information about the evidence available and the potential risks. Learn more at the link below.
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10/29/2025

During the AAP Board of Directors’ October meeting, new AMA CEO Dr. John Whyte expressed support for strengthening Medicaid advocacy and potential collaboration with the AAP in 2026. Learn more (log-in required):

John J. Whyte, M.D., M.P.H., also told the Academy’s Board of Directors that his organization would work with the AAP on efforts to combat vaccine misinformation.

10/29/2025

Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died at age 22 from a rare mitochondrial disease known as POLG-related disorder that affects an estimated one in 10,000 people. Learn more about the disorder and the increased awareness around it at

POLG-related disorder is inherited in an autosomal recessive manner. The age of onset ranges from infancy to adulthood.

10/27/2025

Children ages 13-24 account for around 20% of new HIV diagnoses in the United States, but pre-exposure prophylaxis has become a strong tool to combat HIV. Learn more:

Pediatric providers can use shared decision-making with patients to determine which regimen will promote adherence while minimizing side effects. Providers also should be familiar with local consent and confidentiality laws surrounding PrEP for minors.

10/24/2025

The AAP and American Heart Association have released new and updated guidelines for CPR and emergency cardiovascular care in newborns and children. Learn more about the latest recommendations:

The AAP and American Heart Association have co-developed new and updated resuscitation and cardiovascular care guidelines for pediatric and neonatal life support. The 2025 update is the first time pediatric- and neonatal-focused CPR and ECC guidelines were developed through an equal partnership betw...