Can You Give Examples of IOM Reports Impacting Pediatrics?
Vaccines and Autism: In its 2004 report, the IOM concluded that there is no causal relationship between vaccines and autism, helping to reassure parents and guide vaccination policies. Childhood Obesity Prevention: The IOM's 2005 report on childhood obesity provided a comprehensive framework for preventing obesity and promoting healthy lifestyles among children. Adolescent Health: The IOM's 2009 report emphasized the importance of addressing various health issues in adolescents, including mental health, substance use, and reproductive health.
