From the publisher of Red Book[registered]: Report of the Committee on Infectious Diseases, the new second edition of this award-winning and best-selling quick reference guide offers easy-to-read explanations for how infectious diseases spread, how to prepare for illness, and how to limit the burden of illness associated with group settings. Handy fact sheets describe specific types of infectious diseases in common terms, methods of transmission, recommendations for both immediate intervention and child care exclusion and re- admittance criteria.It provides criteria on when to include or exclude ill children. It features content from AAP's premier source of information on infectious diseases, the Red Book[registered]It contains fact sheets on more than 40 common infectious diseases. It includes Signs and Symptoms Chart to help identify an ill child and determine the best course of action. It contains ready-to-use sample letters and forms for parents or referrals. It offers a discussion of infection control measures as it relates to health promotion and hygiene; sanitation, disinfection, and maintenance; hand washing, diaper changing; and more. It includes full-color photos and easy-to-use charts.