The Truth About Social Inequities in Healthcare
The truth is there are many barriers to health equity, including disparities among racial, socioeconomic, and geographical factors.
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Safe sleep academy is now available to parents for free
(Akron, Ohio) – Akron Children’s Hospital and the Molly Ann Gries Foundation have partnered to create a free online training program to educate parents and caregivers about best practices related to infant safe sleep habits.
It’s the Month of Love: Protect Your Heart!
Let the overabundance of decorative red and pink hearts be your reminder to get serious about your heart’s health!
Teachers receiving the COVID 19 vaccine in Ohio schools
(Ohio) – School districts across Ohio are continuing to administer the COVID 19 vaccine to teachers and staff as of February 1st.
Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe for pregnant women?
(U.S.) – A clarification regarding the World Health Organization’s recommendation for pregnant women when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Challenging behaviors in early childhood – Cracking the meltdown code
Why is my child acting like this? The tantrums or meltdowns that come from nowhere, being afraid to say no or change plans. There are often many challenging behaviors in early childhood.
Local organization launches unique approach to mental health education
(Canton, Ohio) – Middle school students in Stark County have an innovative new way to learn about their mental health in a format they are likely to enjoy: an age-appropriate comic book.
Listen Up, Momma! 10 Things to Do to Avoid Prenatal Infection
Pregnancy is an exciting but scary time. Knowing what to do to avoid prenatal infections can help calm your nerves.
Program offers remote learning help to Ohio’s special needs children
(Ohio) – The COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult on everyone, but those facing additional challenges for special needs children.
The Hard Truth: Race Disparity in Infant Mortality
Statistics on infant mortality rates provide crucial information about infant and maternal health. Why are there nearly twice as many deaths among black Americans as white non-Hispanic Americans?