Child Passenger Safety Week is the perfect time to make sure your child is in the right seat and
that it’s installed correctly.
Visit NHTSA.gov/TheRightSeat for tips to keep your child as safe as possible in the car. 🚗
We're all smiles after our annual Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile Launch meeting! 🦷
Seal-A-Smile grantees of the 2024-25 Wisconsin Seal-A-Smile program came together to celebrate providing high quality dental prevention in Wisconsin schools!
Learn more about Seal-A-Smile, the state's premier school based dental program, by visiting https://www.chawisconsin.org/initiatives/oral-health/wisconsin-seal-a-smile/.
Food Security Initiative
1 in 9 kids in Wisconsin faces food insecurity.
The Alliance's food security initiative is tackling this crisis by uniting health and food systems to boost community food security.
Together, we’re making sure every child gets the nourishment they need to thrive.
Watch how we’re making a difference!
Big shoutout to Bellin Health Green Bay for participating in Cohort 2 of the Pediatric Readiness Program!
Your dedication to enhancing pediatric care in Wisconsin is truly commendable. Thank you for being part of this important journey with us!
(This program is funded wholly by Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment.)
Woof! Air Pup visited Lowell International Elementary School last week to talk about air quality and what activities are best based on the air quality index (AQI).
As summer break starts, don’t forget to follow Air Pup and check your local air quality by visiting https://lovemyair.com/wisconsin/Home/Map.
#ForKidsHealth #AirPup #LoveMyAirWI #EnvironmentalHealth #AirQuality #AQI
Have you been feeling concerned about your child's mood or behavior? There are resources that can help.
Learn more by visiting 211 Wisconsin's website: https://ow.ly/Rg3q50SjYoL
Thank you, Beloit Health System, for participating in Cohort 2 of the Pediatric Readiness Program. We're so appreciative of your dedication to becoming more pediatric ready in Wisconsin!
(This program is funded wholly by Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment.)
Thank you, Dr. Ford, for helping us celebrate EMS Week, and for all that you do for the kids of Wisconsin!
EMS Week allows us to recognize and thank those who serve on the front lines of health care every day.
Thank you for ensuring kids receive the best and safest care!
Today's #EMSWeek theme is Save-A-Life Day!
We all know CPR can save lives – but we may not know the proper steps to perform CPR in the case of an emergency.
Watch this educational video explaining the steps of how to give hands-only CPR: https://vimeo.com/794294635
It’s been great connecting with partners and presenting at the 2024 Annual Public Health Conference! Don’t forget to visit the Alliance’s booth!
We know ambulance child restraint systems allow for the safe and secure transport of children, but do you know which restraint system is best for your ambulance?
EMS Safety Day is a great reminder to make sure you're practicing safe transport, for both the patient and yourself. #EMSWeek
Happy 2024 EMS Week! 🚑
To all first responders - thank you for your tireless work taking care of Wisconsin's children and communities. This week, we celebrate you!
Scientists have shown that children who have at least one supportive adult in their lives are able to thrive, despite trauma.
This Children's Mental Health Week, check in on the young adults in your life. Let them know they are important to you.
ProHealth Care Pediatric Disaster Preparedness
Being prepared for a pediatric emergency is crucial.
In November 2021, ProHealth Care put their disaster plan into action as the team quickly responded to the Waukesha Christmas parade incident.
Hear more about the ProHealth Care team’s response in this video, and register today for their live webinar event on April 23 by visiting https://bit.ly/emscwebinar.
Did you hear a familiar voice on Newsradio 620 WTMJ Monday?
The Alliance’s Executive Director, Matt Crespin, joined the team in studio for their “Spanning the State” segment to chat about a new member of the dental team - dental therapists, and the role they will play in improving access to dental care for Wisconsin residents.
Watch the full interview at: https://ow.ly/ZjOQ50QY5PQ
Western Wisconsin Health Shares Pediatric Readiness Program Update
Nearly 82% of pediatric emergency department (ED) visits occur in community EDs.
To ensure top-notch care is provided to pediatric patients, Western Wisconsin Health joined the Pediatric Readiness Program for Community Emergency Departments.
(This program is funded wholly by Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment.)
ProHealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital Shares Pediatric Readiness Program Update
ProHealth Care Waukesha Memorial Hospital is committed to improving pediatric readiness to provide the best care possible to all kids.
Hear about their work to become more pediatric ready in this brief video.
(This program is funded wholly by Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment.)
Words From WAC: 3 Quick Tips
You can create an asthma-friendly classroom by following three quick tips!
Hear from Environmental Health Program Leader, Carissa Hoium, MPH as she shares a few classroom wins.
