Nov. 27, 2001

Children’s Health Book Free to Hoosier Families

Caring for Kids is the title of a new book published by Riley Hospital for Children, offering a wealth of information and tips not found in traditional parenting books.

Patricia Keener, M.D., clinical professor of pediatrics and director of general pediatrics at Wishard Memorial Hospital wrote the book, which was partially funded by the Lilly Endowment Inc. The book has four sections: child health care, growth and development, nutrition and child safety. It also includes references to relevant books and publications, helpful Web sites and a list of organizations whose goals are to promote better health and the wholesome development of youths.

The idea for the book originated with the Riley Memorial Association, the fund-raising group for Riley Hospital. The goal is to distribute 750,000 copies of the book to all Hoosier families.

“With the input from other physicians, health care professionals and parents throughout the state, Dr. Keener and her staff have spent many hours to ensure this book met our vision,” said Richard Schreiner, M.D., chairman of IU School of Medicine’s Department of Pediatrics and Riley’s physician-in-chief.

Those interested in receiving the book should visit www.rileykids.org to see if their pediatrician or family doctor is distributing the book. Also, they may call (800) 505-1996 to obtain a copy.

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