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Join the African American Breastfeeding Network on Thursday, June 17 for conversations with fathers about birth, infant care, breastfeeding and mental wellness.
Learn more: http://aabnetwork.org/programsandservices
Join the African American Breastfeeding Network on Thursday, June 17 for conversations with fathers about birth, infant care, breastfeeding and mental wellness.
Learn more: http://aabnetwork.org/programsandservices
A key component to keeping communities safe is through injury prevention.
EMS providers such as Armando Suarez del Real from the West Allis Fire Department and Joel Deutsch from the Thiensville Fire Department practice injury prevention through educating both colleagues and the community.
Read more↓
All emergency medicine service (EMS) providers agree that one of […]
#DYK that June is National Lighting Safety Awareness Month?
Learn more about how you and your family can be safe during inclement weather.
http://lightningsafetycouncil.org/
#DYK that June is National Lighting Safety Awareness Month?
Learn more about how you and your family can be safe during inclement weather.
http://lightningsafetycouncil.org/
It's getting hot outside!
#Summer is here, and it's a great time to go outside. When spending time outside, it's important to talk children about heat exhaustion.
https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/summer-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catout
It's getting hot outside!
#Summer is here, and it's a great time to go outside. When spending time outside, it's important to talk children about heat exhaustion.
https://kidshealth.org/en/kids/summer-safety.html?WT.ac=ctg#catout
Today we celebrate #GlobalRunningDay!
We know that physical activity is beneficial to our overall health.
Check out this link for some active, outdoor activities for you and your family: https://www.verywellfamily.com/outdoor-family-activities-2764716
Today we celebrate #GlobalRunningDay!
We know that physical activity is beneficial to our overall health.
Check out this link for some active, outdoor activities for you and your family: https://www.verywellfamily.com/outdoor-family-activities-2764716
Temperatures are forecasted to hit 90° this week!
If you are going swimming as a way to cool off, it is important to keep yourself and your kids safe. Read this blog post from Children's Wisconsin to learn about swim #safety.
https://childrenswi.org/newshub/stories/swim-safety
Important tips to enjoy the water safely this summer.
Many individuals struggle to access one of the most basic necessities: food.
Because of this, the Wisconsin Medical Home Initiative launched their Food Insecurity and Health Pilot that links health systems and community-based organizations such as food pantries to help form relationships and increase access to food.
Learn more↓
Food Insecurity and Health Pilot Many individuals struggle to access […]
Today the Wisconsin #Asthma Coalition would like to highlight the work of Dorian James!
Dorian is a respiratory therapist and coordinates the community health asthma management program at Children's Wisconsin. In this role, Dorian works with those who have asthma and brings education, information and recommendations to families and health providers. #AsthmaAwarenessMonth
Learn more: https://childrenswi.org/medical-care/asthma
"When someone says that they teach a science, they more than likely they have a specification or area of focus. This specification applies to almost all areas of work, even public health, and I have caught myself referring to public health as a big umbrella recently," writes Wisconsin HealthCorps member Vanessa Ramirez.
Read more about what public health means to her↓
Written by Vanessa Ramirez When someone says that they teach […]
We still have over one full week left of #AsthmaAwarenessMonth!
Cristine Rameker, Asthma Program Manager with Wisconsin Department of Health Services, is passionate about advocating for those with asthma. Part of Cristine's role includes sharing asthma resources to those who need it.
Learn more: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/asthma/index.htm
If your child shows signs of delays or disabilities, #EarlyIntervention can help!
The #DHSWI Birth to 3 Program connects eligible families with services and supports to help your child learn and grow.
www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/birthto3.
Wisconsin’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities and their families.
Today is a special day. Not only is it EMS for Children Day, but today we would also like to recognize the 2021 Wisconsin Pediatric Champions of the Year!
In June 2020, Footville Fire Protection district and Janesville Fire Department came together to help care for a 17-month-old child that was injured by a vehicle as it was backing out of the driveway.
Read our story below to learn more about how collaboration and successful care led to a positive outcome. #EMSWeek #EMSCDay
As an emergency medical service (EMS) provider, you may never […]
Need social media messaging or news letter templates surrounding COVID-19 and the emergency department?
Check out Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services for Children new digital toolkit: https://bit.ly/3byxili #EMSWeek
Need social media messaging or news letter templates surrounding COVID-19 and the emergency department?
Check out Wisconsin Emergency Medical Services for Children new digital toolkit: https://bit.ly/3byxili #EMSWeek
May is #mentalhealthawareness month. To help spark conversations, the Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health created a new fact sheet with guiding information.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3w3S6ZO
May is #mentalhealthawareness month. To help spark conversations, the Wisconsin Office of Children's Mental Health created a new fact sheet with guiding information.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3w3S6ZO
Today the Wisconsin Asthma Coalition is highlighting the work of Dr. Antos, a pediatric pulmonologist at Children's Wisconsin.
As a lung doctor and dad of children with asthma, working to improve asthma care is something that means a lot to Dr. Antos. #AsthmaAwarenessMonth
Learn more: https://www.chawisconsin.org/wac
As schools shut down and preventive and non-emergency dental care came to a halt due to COVID-19, unanticipated consequences occurred: children’s oral health declined.
Nikki Frisch, dental hygienist and owner of Seals on Wheels Oral Health Program, wasn't able to provide preventative dental care through Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile from March to October 2020. After taking extra steps to safely provide care again, Nikki and her team saw a 319% increase in early dental needs such as broken fillings and decay and a 147% increase in urgent dental needs such as pain or infection.
Read the story below to learn more about how Nikki is able to safely provide care, and why this care is needed now more than ever.
As schools shut down, and preventive and non-emergency dental care […]
'Learn the Signs. Act Early' is a program from the CDC that helps parents and providers learn about healthy development and what to do if there is a concern.
Access the resources here: http://ow.ly/PshE50EFsua
'Learn the Signs. Act Early' is a program from the CDC that helps parents and providers learn about healthy development and what to do if there is a concern.
Access the resources here: http://ow.ly/PshE50EFsua
Mother's Day can be a very difficult day for some women. If you are wondering how to support a mom who has experienced the loss of a child, this article has many thoughtful ideas.
https://www.usurnsonline.com/memorials/15-compassionate-gift-ideas-for-moms-who-have-lost-a-child/
Here are 15 ideas for compassionate gifts for grieving moms, chosen from lists suggested by moms who have experienced a loss.
Today is #WorldAsthmaDay!✨
Listen to a message from Wisconsin Asthma Coalition member Dr. Todd Mahr, a pediatric allergist at Gundersen Health System.
Dr. Mahr has cared for allergy and asthma patients for 32 years and shares that the first step to symptom management is education. #AsthmaMonth https://chawisconsin.org/wac
The National Pediatric Readiness Assessment has officially opened!
Every emergency department in the nation is invited and encouraged to take the survey.
https://www.pedsready.org/
Emergency Departments (EDs) in Colorado and Louisiana are currently participating in a pilot of the assessment. For EDs located in these two states, click on “Let's Get Started” on the right hand side.
National Allergy and Asthma Awareness Month has started!
The Allergy & Asthma Network is encouraging you to join them in their virtual fitness challenge during May. Those who do so will be entered in a drawing to win a Fitbit-4 and other prizes. Learn more ↓
https://allergyasthmanetwork.org/news/asthma-awareness-month-virtual-fitness/
Join us for a positive, energizing and fun virtual community challenge. Get exercise, boost your immune system and feel healthier, as you raise awareness of asthma and support our cause.
We are kicking off #AsthmaAwarenessMonth with our asthma project manager Brittany Farrell!
Brittany manages the Wisconsin Asthma Coalition (WAC), a group of over 300 members that advocate for asthma awareness throughout the state.
During May we’ll be featuring videos from other asthma advocates that work toward lessening the burden of asthma! Learn more: http://www.chawisconsin.org/wac
COVID-19 has changed many things including how we experience grief. To learn more about grief intervention and support during COVID-19, join the Southeast Wisconsin Grief Network on May 25 for their free webinar.
Register: http://www.sewgn.com/events--education.html
COVID-19 has changed many things including how we experience grief. To learn more about grief intervention and support during COVID-19, join the Southeast Wisconsin Grief Network on May 25 for their free webinar.
Register: http://www.sewgn.com/events--education.html
Emergencies at school are never anticipated, but being prepared to care for the child that is impacted is crucial in ensuring a positive outcome.
Wisconsin EMSC recently launched a pilot with Clayton School District and Clear Lake EMS to connect the two organizations as a way to be better prepared in case of emergencies involving children and youth with special health care needs.
“This program is worth it 1,000%. It’s really an amazing project," said Keri Aquino, an EMT from Clear Lake EMS involved in the project.
When sending a child to school, the topic of safety […]
Asthma is a chronic disease that cannot be cured and is often misunderstood.
As we countdown to World Asthma Day on May 5, join us in debunking myths and learning more about the facts ↓
https://www.asthma.com/understanding-asthma/what-is-asthma/myth-or-fact/
Learn more about asthma, a chronic condition that is often misunderstood. Explore asthma facts and myths to discover the realities of living with asthma.
Grief is something that all humans experience, and it has the ability to impact people both physically and psychologically.
Grief is difficult and confusing, but there are steps to take to aid you in the grief journey.
https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2021-03-10/aha-news-how-grief-rewires-the-brain-and-can-affect-health-and-what-to-do-about-it
National Infant Immunization Week is a great time to learn about the vaccines your baby needs!
Visit CDC’s site to learn about the 14 diseases vaccines prevent, view the latest immunization schedule and get tips on how to comfort your baby during vaccine visits: https://go.usa.gov/xEspJ
Learn what you need to know about vaccinating your children.
Spending time #outside is fun for all ages!
When riding a bike, it’s crucial to take extra precautions to avoid injury. This article provides tips you can use to help ensure your child is safe while having fun.
Tips to keep your kid safe on two wheels.
Patti DeQuardo has one piece of advice for any clinic thinking about participating in the Wisconsin Medical Dental Integration Project (MDI): just do it.
Participating in MDI is crucial because the project works to change the health care setting by adding a dental hygienist to the team. By doing this, access to preventive dental care will increase and the dental disease burden for young children and pregnant women will decrease.
Read more about DeQuardo's experience as a dental hygienist participating in MDI at Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers and how important this program is to both patients and providers.
Patti DeQuardo has one piece of advice for any clinic […]
Identifying #asthma triggers is crucial for asthma management.
Learn more about different triggers that are commonly found in different environments and how to help your child with asthma today.
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/asthma-triggers.html
Triggers — things in the air, weather conditions, or activities — can cause asthma flare-ups. By knowing and avoiding triggers, you'll help lessen your child's asthma symptoms.
We know that drinking water helps prevent dehydration for both adults and children.
Because it can be difficult to monitor how much fluid your child is consuming, it is important to know the signs of dehydration.
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/dehydration-sheet.html?WT.ac=p-ra#catbody
Kids can become dehydrated when their bodies lose very large amounts of fluids. It's important to replenish fluid losses as quickly as possible.
Alcohol use during the teenage years can interfere with normal brain development and contributes to injuries, sexual assaults and deaths.
Of all motor vehicle crash cases reviewed by a Wisconsin Child Death Review (CDR) team between 2015-2019, nearly a third involved alcohol or drug use. #AlcoholAwarenessMonth
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As we continue to move forward during COVID-19, some aspects of life are returning back to normal.
For children and teens, this may affect their mental health. Read this article to learn more about how you can reduce the risk of su***de.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2021/03/29/teens-su***de-mental-health/
What you can do to combat the epidemic of anxiety, depression and su***de in teens.
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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
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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