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Critical windows of susceptibility for the effects of prenatal exposure to heat and heat variability on gestational growth
Abstract Background: Studies have shown that prenatal heat exposure may impact fetal growth, but few studies have examined the critical windows of susceptibility. As extreme heat events and within season […]
Prenatal WIC Is Associated with Increased Birth Weight of Infants Born in the United States with Immigrant Mothers
Originally posted on Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Abstract Background The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) improves health outcomes for participating mothers […]
Statement on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Ruling
As pediatricians and public health researchers committed to advancing health equity for all families with young children – particularly families marginalized by unjust policies and systemic racism – we are […]
Harness the Power of Your Story: How Storytelling Informs Policy
“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.” – Former U.S. Representative Shirley Chisholm, New York At any level, our elected officials’ fundamental role […]
There May Be No Words, But There Are Actions
There May Be No Words, But There Are Actions At Children’s HealthWatch, we want to acknowledge the depth of grief and anger many have been experiencing in light of recent, […]
Children’s advocates want universal free school lunches to continue
Originally posted on The Boston Herald. Advocates are calling on state lawmakers to extend free meals at schools, a program that came into place during the pandemic and is even […]
Food insecurity rises as families lose child tax credit payments, data shows
Originally posted on NBC News. Children’s HealthWatch also found disparities in who received the money, which came to about $300 a month per child. Food insufficiency among U.S. families with […]
The Child Tax Credit Benefits Whole Families: Preliminary data show improved food security and parental health
Summary of Findings New preliminary data from Children’s HealthWatch highlight linkages between Child Tax Credit (CTC) receipt and food security as well as excellent or good parental health status among […]
New study shows impact of child tax credit payments for families
Originally posted on NBC News Now. A new study is showing the effects of the child tax credit and how many parents are struggling after Congress voted not to renew […]