Significantly revised and updated, the fourth edition of Pediatric Environmental Health from the American Academy of Pediatrics Council on Environmental Health is a comprehensive guide to identifying, preventing, and treating pediatric environmental health problems. This policy manual covers an exhaustive range of issues, including asbestos, radiation, ultraviolet rays, pesticides, asthma, lead, tobacco, and child care and school environments, providing current information essential for healthcare providers.

Each chapter on chemical and physical hazards is organized into sections that detail the pollutant, routes of exposure, systems affected, clinical effects, diagnostic methods, treatment, and prevention of exposure. Additionally, suggested responses to questions parents may ask are included, making it a valuable resource for practitioners in primary care settings.

The book also delves into topics such as addressing environmental health in primary care and food and water safety, offering a broad scope of knowledge for professionals working with pediatric patients.