Our mission is to promote the optimal health and development of the children and adolescents of Northern and Central California in partnership with their families and communities, and to support the pediatricians who care for them.
The number of measles cases in California has reached 50+ according to the California Department of Public Health. While this pales in comparison to the nearly 1000+ cases nationally, factors associated with worsening outbreaks persist. Half of California’s 58 counties have measles immunization rates below the 95% threshold for herd immunity. In some kindergartens, many children still do not have all of their required vaccines.
Read moreCalifornia Chapter 1, American Academy of Pediatrics’s Advocacy Committee is excited to offer its first regional conference for pediatricians interested in building their advocacy skills and networks.
Register nowThis annual interactive Winter CME conference will provide pediatricians, family practitioners, nurses, and nurse practitioners with information and knowledge necessary to identify, treat and appropriately refer the most challenging conditions that present in the primary care office.
Register nowJoin over 2000 members of California Chapter 1, AAP. Participate in advocacy, education and networking at a local level. Our chapter covers Northern and Central California, from the Oregon border to Monterey, Kings, Tulare and Inyo Counties.
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