The second edition of the American Academy of Pediatrics Textbook of Global Child Health is pleased to contribute toward international efforts to improve the lives of the next generation. This new edition will help prepare and support child health professionals as they join international efforts on behalf of children. A large multinational team of authors has joined together to produce the 2nd edition of this award-winning textbook, which focuses on 3 key areas: Foundational understanding of societal factors related to health and disease Appropriate care of children traveling internationally Clinical management of children in resource-limited areas New in the 2nd edition: 29 updated chapters and sections New chapters on cardiology, neurologic disorders, nephrology, emergency medicine and critical care, and hematology/oncology