Follow Pediatricians for Trustworthy Content on Children’s Health

As you read up on things that affect your child’s health, you may come across false rumors or outdated ideas—especially on the internet and social media. It’s important to find trustworthy, up-to-date information. That can be hard when the internet and social media can elevate falsehoods and products that claim to improve kids’ health. Pediatricians, on the other hand, chose their demanding profession because they care deeply about children and families.

Dr. Mona Amin, MD, FAAP Pediatrician/Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in Florida	@pedsdoctalk @pedsdoctalk @pedsdoctalk The PedsDocTalk Podcast
Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez, MD, FAAP Pediatric Hospitalist in New York	@doctora_edith Healthy Children Podcast
Dr. Ari Brown, MD, FAAP Pediatrician in Texas	@aribrownmd @baby411book @aribrownmd
Dr. Scott Hadland, MD, FAAP Pediatrician/Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Massachusetts	@drscotthadland @DrScottHadland
Dr. Tommy Martin, MD, FAAP Internal Medicine/Pediatric Physician in Massachusetts	@dr.tommymartin Dr. Tommy Martin @dr.tommymartin
Dr. Joanna Parga-Belinkie, MD, FAAP Pediatrician/Neonatologist in Pennsylvania	@drjopargabelinkiemd AAP Pediatrics On Call Podcast
Dr. Alok Patel, MD, FAAP Pediatric Hospitalist in California	@alokpatelmd @alokspatel
Dr. Zachary Rubin, MD, FAAP Pediatrician/Allergist and Immunologist in Illinois	@rubin_allergy Zachary Rubin, MD @rubin_allergy
Dr. Ilan Shapiro, MD, FAAP Pediatrician in California	@dr_shaps @DrShaps

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Keep in mind

It would be nice if false ideas about children's health came with warning labels—but until they do, make sure to check out your sources of information. If you don't already recognize or trust the original source of content, treat it with caution.

You can always talk with your child's doctor if you hear things that sound scary or suspicious or just make you want to learn more. The American Academy of Pediatrics—a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization founded in 1930—brings pediatricians together to update their knowledge and work together on improving children's health and health care.

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