American Academy of Pediatrics
Dedicated to the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents and young adults.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
a central source of information on:
· disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth,
· IDEA, which is the law authorizing special education,
· No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities), and
research-based information on effective educational practices
Familydoctor.org
This health information Web site is from the American Academy of Family Physicians. It features a “smart patient guide” on managing health care, understanding health insurance and dealing with end-of-life issues.
GeneralPediatrics.com
GeneralPediatrics.com is the General Pediatrician’s view of the Internet. The goal of GeneralPediatrics.com is to provide a starting point for entry into General Pediatrics places of enlightenment and education on the Internet. It also includes a mailing list that automatically notifies you of new General Pediatrics websites.
Shriners Hospitals for Children
a network of 22 pediatric hospitals in the U.S., Canada and Mexico providing specialized care for orthopaedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries and cleft lip and palate. All services are provided at no charge.
Children’s Hospitals
A list of worldwide hospitals specializing in the care of children
Internet Resources For Special Children
The IRSC web site is dedicated to children with disabilities and other health related disorders worldwide.
KidsHealth
KidsHealth was created by the Nemours Foundation and received an excellent rating by Consumer Reports in its September 2005 issue. The Web site has separate sections for parents, kids and teens.
20 Tips to Help Prevent Medical Errors in Children
Fact sheet to help parents help their children avoid medical errors. Also available in Spanish. (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality)