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Medical Issues for International Adoption

Where to start:

Check out the following Creating a Family radio shows that have addressed various medical issues and health concerns:
- October 1, 2008: Fetal Alchohol Syndrome
- January 30, 2008: Health Issues with Internationally Adopted Children
- December 30, 2009: Health Issues to Consider When Reviewing an Adoption Referral or Potential Match
- April 14, 2010: Impacts of Alcohol and Drug Exposure During Pregnancy
- September 15, 2010: Raising a Child Exposed to Alcohol or Drugs Prenatally
- March 2, 2011: Parenting a Child that has Been Sexually Abused

Books, Articles, and Other Information:

www.cdc.gov (Click on Travelers’ Health, click on Yellow Book, click on Table of Contents: Outline format, scroll down chapter "International Travel with Infants and Young Children," and click on International Adoptions.)
www.orphandoctor.com
The Handbook of International Adoption Medicine: A Guide for Physicians, Parents, and Providers by Dr. Laurie C. Miller
A Healthy Beginning: Important Information for Parents of Internationally Adopted Children A short but useful brochure by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which includes a checklist to take with you on your first visit to your pediatrician on your first visit.
Facts About Parenting a Child with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder By Teressa Kellerman

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