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[Article provided by the Pediatric Pandemic Network] Malaria is a parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitos and can present a wide variety of symptoms. Although malaria can be a mild illness with no symptoms at all, it can be associated with severe symptoms such as high fever, chills, and body aches, like the flu. Occasionally, malaria can cause severe infection resulting in organ failure and even death. In the United States, malaria infections are usually associated with travel from a...

[Article provided by the Pediatric Pandemic Network] Marginalized communities will be impacted by climate change in serious or fatal ways. According to  Shana Godfred-Cato, MD, assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Utah and Pediatric Pandemic Network expert, climate change affects some groups more than others. “Low-income people may not be able to afford air conditioning or escape climate events. Some communities of color may live in urban heat islands....

[Article provided by the Pediatric Pandemic Network] An important component of the recovery phase of the Hawaii wildfires will be the mental health and wellbeing of children, the community, and caregivers. Mental health for kids With any disaster, children may experience a range of emotions that could deeply impact their mental and behavioral health. “In addition to ensuring the physical safety of children and families, it is essential to also remember their mental health needs. ...