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Do you know what the Well Badger Resource Center is? If you don't, you can learn tomorrow! There is also another conversation taking place on February 4 that covers IEPs in a virtual learning environment.
Register online here: http://ow.ly/r5ia50Dj46X
Helping teens learn to cook is a fun way to spend quality time together, and practicing #safety is key! Parents and caregivers can use these tips to teach teens the importance of fire safety and what to do in the event of a kitchen fire.
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Teens and kitchen fire safety should be second nature, if we're there to supervise them or not. Here are 4 cooking safety rules for your teens.
Today marks the 76th anniversary of water fluoridation! Do you know what fluoridation is, and the benefits it has?
The CDC explains that fluoridated water can help prevent roughly 25% of cavities and helps keep teeth healthy and strong. Learn more here: https://www.cdc.gov/fluoridation/index.html
Determining when kids are of the ideal age and responsible enough to stay home alone will vary for each family. Adults can help kids to stay safe when home alone by setting ground rules that increase safety.
https://news.sanfordhealth.org/parenting/when-can-kids-stay-home-alone/
If you’re thinking about leaving your child home alone for the first time, Dr. Stephanie Hanson shares tips for making sure they're ready.
Disability Rights Wisconsin is hosting a virtual event about mental health advocacy assistance on February 1!
Pre-registration is required, and you can register online at: http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/pac-event/
Join the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and other experts on January 26 for a live panel discussion about strategies for and lessons learned about delivering in-home asthma care and environmental interventions during the pandemic, including virtual home visits.
The webinar will be followed by a live question-and-answer session with the panel.
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The academic year has seen many changes due to COVID-19. But what do these changes mean if your child has asthma? Learn more through this article.
https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/display_article.php?id=3753870&view=672015
On campus or online? Maybe a little of both? Be ready for anything in the COVID-19 era – especially if you have asthma or allergies. Welcome to the 2020-21 sc
Winter has arrived, and just because we haven't seen much snow yet doesn't mean you shouldn't be prepared. Learn more through Ready.gov on how you and your family can create a winter weather plan today.
https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather
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The Wisconsin Asthma Coalition would like to thank Dr. Mary Cataletto for presenting at yesterday's webinar!
Dr. Cataletto presented on transitioning young adults with asthma from a pediatric model of care to an adult model of care.
Learn more bout the Wisconsin Asthma Coalition: http://ow.ly/OMuo50D8Ja2
The start of a new year is a perfect time to check your inventory and make sure you have important #supplies. Learn more about the items you need in supplies kits for your house and car in case of an #emergency.
The beginning of the new year is a great time to either update or create an Asthma Action Plan. To help getting started, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has a form you can download to help you create a plan.
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/all-publications-and-resources/asthma-action-plan-2020
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Congratulations to Wisconsin’s Lorraine Lathen, who was selected by the American Lung Association as the recipient of the national 2020 C. Everett Koop Unsung Hero Award! This award recognizes a tobacco control advocate who has made significant contributions to reduce the burden of tobacco use.
Lathen is the Director of the City of Milwaukee Tobacco Free Alliance, Wisconsin African American Tobacco Prevention Network and Wisconsin Tobacco Prevention and Poverty Network (WTPPN). Lathen is also president and founder of Jump at the Sun Consulting, LLC, an African American, woman–owned firm established in 2007 to address health disparities.
https://www.lung.org/media/press-releases/unsung-hero-award-2020-wi
See the latest press releases and statements from the American Lung Association.
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Today is #WearBlueDay! Help us and U.S. Department of Homeland Security Blue Campaign raise awareness of #HumanTrafficking by sharing a 📸 of yourself wearing blue 👖👔🧢👟
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is January 11. Help raise awareness by wearing blue clothing tomorrow and sharing it on your socials with the hashtag #WearBlueDay
#DYK that the Federal Asthma Guidelines were just updated for the first time since 2007? Learn more about these updates today!
https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/nih-updates-federal-asthma-guidelines/
The National Institutes of Health released a focused update to its federal asthma guidelines. The updates are intended to improve asthma care.
Do yo have any goals for the new year? If you're trying to think of a goal, include an emergency plan! Although it can sound overwhelming, take some time this month to create a plan in case of emergencies. #Safety
https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather
Winter storms create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning, and heart attacks from overexertion. Winter storms including blizzards can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds. A winter storm can: Last a few hours or several days. Cut of...
The Southern Regional Center Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs recently published a new edition of a guide specially made for families who have children and youth with special health needs!
The guide covers information on transitioning to adulthood, taking care of health, paying for what you need and more.
Find the guide online: http://ow.ly/9Y3g50D2kze
On January 5, the School Based Allergies and Asthma Management Program Act was signed into law. This is a huge step forward in terms of serving and protecting children with asthma and allergies across the nation.
This law encourages states to identify students with asthma, train school personnel on how to administer asthma medication, reduce asthma triggers, improve care ordination between schools and health care centers, and ensure children have asthma action plans on file. States who implement these plans and policies can earn financial rewards for doing so.
This new law is a step in the right direction when it comes to making schools asthma friendly!
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While infant death is a challenging topic to talk about, the Wisconsin Infant Death Center exists to aid in those conversations and provide resources for your grief journey.
In 2020 the Infant Death Center marked 40 years in Wisconsin. Learn more about what the Infant Death Center does and how Project Manager Joanna O'Donnell can aid in the grief journey.
This year marks the 40th year of Wisconsin’s Infant Death […]
It is often easy to focus on the big picture and miss small details in many things that we do. In December, our Wisconsin HealthCorps member Vanessa Ramirez took a step back to appreciate the little things.
Read her blog post below. #PublicHealth
Written by Vanessa Ramirez I don’t think we notice how […]
While 2020 was filled with many unexpected events and an endless amount of uncertainties, the health care industry and health care heroes remained concrete, determined and ready to go.
Please join us in recognizing our colleagues’ achievements, and reading some of our own. We look forward to a healthy, positive #2021.
While 2020 was filled with many unexpected events and an […]
We wish everyone a safe and healthy #NewYear!
Planning your #NewYearsEve celebration? Get tips to ensure it is safe and healthy:
dhs.wisconsin.gov/covid-19/community.htm
cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/holidays.html
The Wisconsin Oral Health Initiative would like to extend a sincere thank you to Young Dental. Young Dental recently donated eight complete set ups of dental hygiene instruments and a cordless dental hygiene polisher to the Muslim Community & Health Center!
The Muslim Community & Health Center is currently working to add a dental hygienist to their medical team as part of the Wisconsin Medical Dental Integration Project, and this donation will aid in these efforts. #OralHealth
Many look forward to traditional plates made for the holidays, and it's important that you practice these safe tips to prevent any cooking fires!
There's no place like home the holidays, but are some holiday traditions triggering to asthma? Unsure of what you should avoid? Don't worry, the Allergy and Asthma Network has created a holiday guide on how to reduce triggers.
https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/home-for-the-holidays/
What you need to know about COVID-19 risk, asthma and allergies if you host or visit relatives during the holidays.
It's important to have the necessary medications to manage your asthma, but that may come at a cost.
Don't worry - we have you covered! This link will help you find your medication at reduced costs.
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WHO: School nurses and health staff, children with asthma, families […]
Our #HolidaySeason may look different this year, but we made the best of the situation and gathered virtually to celebrate all that was accomplished in 2020.
As a year full of uncertainty and unknowns comes to an end, we are thankful for everything that our health care partners did to keep our communities safe and healthy this year.
Many associate the winter season with a fireplace, but did you know that it's harmful? The EPA has created a facts and guide sheet on wood smoke.
The amount of dedication to pediatric care in Wisconsin is incredible. In the past four days, seven more EMS Agencies committed to having a Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator (PECC), to ensure that their agency is prepared to properly care for their youngest patients.
There are now over 170 PECCs in Wisconsin with the latest additions of Menomonie Fire Department, Poynette Dekorra EMS, Taylor County Ambulance, Harrison Fire Rescue, Stoddard Bergen Fire Department, Brazeau Ambulance and Randolph Ambulance Association.
Children aren't just small adults, and ensuring that they are properly cared for is crucial to a healthy future.
As we prepare for winter and the holiday season it is important to learn about the seasonal triggers that may affect those with asthma. To learn more, follow this guide by the EPA.
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There are indoor allergens and irritants that can trigger asthma attacks. It is important to recognize potential asthma triggers in the indoor environment and reduce your exposure to those triggers.
The Wisconsin Asthma Coalition (WAC) partnered with the IPM Institute of North America to train Milwaukee Public Schools staff on integrated pest management systems (IPM) to ensure a healthy learning environment.
“We are excited to collaborate with the IPM Institute on this initiative,” said Brittany Farrell, WAC program manager. "This work will serve as a model to other districts in Wisconsin on how to build and sustain healthy learning environments,"
The Wisconsin Asthma Coalition (WAC) recently partnered with the IPM […]
Keeping children safe and healthy is crucial during these times. This week we would like to recognize Baldwin EMS, Fire Department of Mount Horeb, County Rescue, Hartford Fire & Rescue Wisconsin, Two Rivers Fire Department and De Pere Fire Rescue for working to improve children’s health!
These six EMS agencies committed to having a Pediatric Emergency Care Coordinator (PECC) to ensure that their youngest patients are properly cared for.
Learn more about the role of a PECC here: https://bit.ly/2W6DqcA
Having #decorations at home is an exciting part of the holiday season. It's important to be cautious as some items can catch on fire. As you decorate, please keep these safety tips from FEMA in mind to avoid a fire. #Safety #HolidayFireSafety
COVID-19 has heavily impacted many states across the country, including Wisconsin. If you or anyone you know is affected by asthma or COPD, know that it is important to take extra care.
Not One More Life Trusted Messengers Program along with Health Storylines has developed a way to screen for COVID-19 if you have asthma or COPD. You can also learn if you qualify for their 16-week respiratory health program with rewards.
https://www.selfcaremvmt.com/trusted-messengers
Complete free online health screenings through the Health Storylines app, and find out if you qualify for a free 16-week respiratory health program with rewards.
Are you ready for cold winter weather? Follow these tips from the CDC to make sure that you are prepared!
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Have you heard?👂🏼👀 The Wisconsin Oral Health Conference is going virtual! 🦷Join the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition on September 29 and 30 for this year’s conference themed Oral Health Progress Through Policy.🦷 Thank you to WOHC steering committee members Elizabeth Sheehan, Tina Sopiwnik and Tena Springer for helping us spread the word!🤩🥳 Register here: https://bit.ly/32apCjJ #OralHealth #WOHC
Conferences may look👀 and sound👂🏼 different during a pandemic, but they are still bringing us together! 🦷Join the Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition on September 29 and 30 for their FREE annual conference, themed Oral Health Progress Through Policy.🦷 Learn more here: https://bit.ly/32apCjJ
Nearly one in five Wisconsin children have a special health care need. As a provider or a parent, do you need help finding your way through the systems of support? Wisconsin has five Regional Centers dedicated to supporting families with children and youth with special health care needs and the providers who serve them. Their services are free and confidential. Find out which region you are in from the map below, and learn more at: http://ow.ly/9Zdv50yswGb
Happy National Children’s Dental Health Month from Jenna and Dana! Did you know that more than half of children experience dental disease by age 9? To help lower this statistic, dental hygienists in Wisconsin can now work in settings such as a doctors office. This means that your child can also receive care from a hygienist when visiting their doctor!🏩🦷 Visit https://bit.ly/2SftHOU to learn more about what we do!
Rachael and Rosie are celebrating National Children’s Dental Health Month! Did you know that Community Water Fluoridation started 75 years ago?🚰🚰 Fluoridated water helps keep your teeth healthy and strong and reduces cavities by nearly 25% in adults and children. Preventing cavities also saves money! Visit https://bit.ly/2Sl427v to learn more!🦷
Happy Children’s National Dental Health month from Matt! Dental sealants prevent 80% of cavities in back teeth, which is where 9 in 10 cavities occur. The Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile program started in 2000 and more than 30,000 children received dental sealants through the program in the 2018-19 school year. Visit https://bit.ly/2RWBMsH to learn more about Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile!🦷😁
With seven key initiatives, it can be hard to understand everything the Alliance does #ForKidsHealth. Hear some of our kids explain our work. ⭐#Alliance25
We had a great time at Wisconsin Hospital Association's Advocacy Day! Thank you to former Gov. Tommy G. Thompson, Senator Howard Marklein, Wisconsin State Representative John Nygren, Evan Goyke and Governor Tony Evers for discussing health care in Wisconsin. #WHAAdvocacyDay
Not only is dental care during pregnancy safe, it’s important for the health of mom and baby! Celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month by sharing with a mom you know. Learn more at: http://bit.ly/2Hcf10C #WIoralhealth
Our staff led an energizing planning session to develop new ideas for the statewide Wisconsin Asthma Coalition. Learn how you can get involved in this important work: https://www.chawisconsin.org/wac/ #WIasthma
Good oral health has a positive impact on a child's ability to learn and grow. Watch this great video from Head Start to learn how you can teach toothbrushing in child care programs. Help prevent dental disease and give kids a skill that lasts a lifetime! #WIoralhealth
We’ve had an inspiring and enlightening evening with author and journalist Mary Otto. #WIoralhealth
Dr. Bob Russell is giving a powerful presentation on medical dental integration #WIoralhealth
Meet Safety Sam! We’re learning about the importance of #ATVsafety initiatives from Play For Kate and Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Reaching your goals: What do Mr. Potato Head and oral health have in common? Quality improvement, of course! (& a great smile too!) #WOHC17
Check out this video about the Infant Death Center.
Watch this new managing #asthma Q&A video with Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin's Kristen Grimes and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin's Dr. Asriani Chiu.
Seal of approval for the Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile Program video. Watch it now!
Drum roll please: Journey House Drum Line. Thank you for entertaining our awesome partners. #Alliance20
Building and strengthening partnerships is key and happening now at our 20-year event. #Alliance20
Cue the music: Brookfield Central High School Jazz Combo. Thank you for entertaining our awesome partners. #Alliance20
At Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin, we work to ensure children are healthy, safe and able to thrive. Our initiatives focus on children’s asthma, early literacy, emergency care, grief and bereavement, injury prevention and death review, medical homes, and oral health.
We build and lead coalitions. We bring together diverse groups of people and organizations to make a difference.
We advocate for quality services and access for all children. Along with our partners, we work to reduce health disparities, raise awareness, influence policy and promote action on important issues.
We mobilize leaders and people around our key initiatives. We implement effective programs and policies and build capacity with our partners to drive change.
We provide education, training and support for health professionals and families in our community. We ensure anyone working with families is equipped to help Wisconsin children.
Learn more at CHAWisconsin.org
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7120 W National Ave, West Allis
Center for Deaf-Blind Persons, Inc.
8306 W. Lincoln Ave
The House of Kings and Priests, Inc.
4718 W Garfield Ave
Social Development Commission (SDC)
1730 W North Ave
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District - MM
260 W Seeboth St
Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee
316 N Milwaukee St, Ste 215
