Act Early Wyoming | Healthcare Providers

Using CDC's Learn the Signs. Act Early. materials in your practice can:

• Help you meet the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) recommendation for developmental surveillance at each health supervision visit.

• Prepare families to provide more accurate responses to validated developmental screeners recommended by the AAP.

• Lay a foundation for engaged and efficient conversations with families about developmental progress or concerns.

• Aid in early identification of the 1 in 6 children with a developmental delay or disability so they can benefit from early intervention services shown to improve skills, abilities, future school performance, and later success in life.

For more resources to share with families and colleagues, visit the CDC's Developmental Surveillance Resource for Healthcare Providers page.