Completely revised and updated to reflect the latest guidance and recommendations, the new third edition of this award-winning quick reference guide provides the latest information on the prevention and management of infectious diseases.
Presented in an easy-to-use format, this 'must-have' guide provides:
- Content from AAP's premier source of information on infectious diseases, the Red Book
- Quick reference fact sheets on more than 50 common infectious diseases and symptoms that occur in children in group settings
- Easy-to-read explanations on how infectious diseases spread
- Strategies for limiting the spread of infection
- When exclusion is indicated and not indicated
- Guidance about which situations require immediate help
- Immunization schedules
- Ready-to-use sample letters and forms for parents or referrals
