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The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is an organization of 67,000 primary care pediatricians, pediatric medical subspecialists, and pediatric surgical specialists dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

As part of that commitment, the AAP publishes expert advice for parents, caregivers, and patients on Pediatric Patient Education. Information can be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and many titles also are available in Spanish.

  • Feeding Kids Right Isn't Always Easy: Tips for Preventing Food Hassles

    Young children need nutrients from a variety of foods to stay healthy. But what if your child only eats macaroni and cheese or will not eat any vegetables?

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  • Fever (Age 0-5)

    Your child has a fever if: Rectal, Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher.

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  • Fever (Age 6-21)

    Your child has a fever if: Ear or Forehead temperature: 100.4° F (38.0° C) or higher. Oral or Mouth temperature: 100° F (37.8° C) or higher.

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  • Fever - Facts Versus Myths

    Fever is a body temperature of 100.4 F (38 C) or higher. Fever is a symptom, not a disease.

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  • Fever - How to Take the Temperature

    Questions about how to take the temperature and when is it a fever.

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  • Fever and Your Child

    A fever is usually a sign that the body is fighting an illness or infection. Fevers are generally harmless. In fact, they can be considered a good sign that your child's immune system is working and the body is trying to heal itself. While it is important to look for the cause of a fever, the main purpose

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  • Fifth Disease

    Fifth disease is a viral rash that starts with red cheeks. Then it spreads to the shoulders and upper thighs.

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  • Figure Skating (Care of the Young Athlete)

    Figure skating is a lifelong sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Competitive skating requires strength, flexibility, cardiovascular fitness, balance, jumping ability, artistic expression, mental strength, and financial resources.

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  • Financial Assistance—Autism Toolkit

    Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are able to get support from programs funded through their state or county. Some examples are financial help, education support, medical care, job skills training, and residential or living services. Some supports are available to all children because

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  • Finger Injury

    Injuries to fingers

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  • Fingernail Infection - Bacterial

    Mild bacterial infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail

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  • Fingernail Infection - Yeast

    Mild chronic infection of the skin fold next to the fingernail. The medical name is chronic paronychia

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  • Fingernail Injury

    Information and guidance on injury to a fingernail.

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  • Fire Ant Sting

    Stung by a fire ant. Fire ant stings are more common in the Southern U.S.

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  • Firearms Injury Prevention

    More than 44 million Americans own firearms. Of the 192 million firearms owned in the United States, 65 million are handguns. Research shows guns in homes are a serious risk to families.

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  • Food Allergies and Your Child

    A food allergy happens when the body reacts against harmless proteins found in foods. The reaction usually happens shortly after a food is eaten. Food allergy reactions can vary from mild to severe.

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Grand Traverse Children’s Clinic

Near Munson Medical Center in the "Professional Terrace" Building (around back).

Address

3537 W Front St Ste G,
Traverse City, MI 49684-7943

Office Hours

Monday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tuesday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wednesday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thursday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday  

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday  

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday  

Closed