Child and Adolescent Health
The nation’s hospitals play a key role in advancing the health of the 73 million children living in the U.S. Children’s hospitals are uniquely designed to meet the needs of kids and their families, with expertise in treating children with severe and complex health needs. Prioritizing prevention and treatment for kids yields long-term benefits, giving them the tools to thrive throughout their lifetime.
RESOURCES
Explore resources and tools from the AHA on key issues in child and adolescent health.
Meeting behavioral health needs of children and adolescents.
Highlighting care models for kids with complex medical needs.
Vaccines prevent kids from contracting viruses.
Improving health equity must be embedded during childhood.
Engaging patients and family members to design care that meets their priorities and needs.
Additional Resources
Child and Adolescent Health Resources from the Field
These resources from expert professional groups can help hospitals and health care systems optimize child and adolescent safety and outcomes.