A Call to Keep More Moms and Babies Safe February 06, 2019 Preeclampsia, a dangerous disorder where a mother’s blood pressure spikes during pregnancy, is one of the leading causes of maternal and infant illness and death. Here, a mother who lost her baby daughter shares a plea for improvement.
The Opioid Epidemic and Maternal Health: Three Opportunities for Change September 19, 2018 Opioid use disorder in pregnancy has increased dramatically across the country in the last decade, bringing with it increased health risks for mothers and babies. Health professionals can help change these statistics by making the most of every interaction they have with new mothers, from prenatal care to building postpartum supports. Click in for advice from experts in the field.
Empowering Families to Fight Obesity December 12, 2016 In giving voice to parents at the center of the obesity epidemic, the Childhood Obesity Prevention and Treatment project emphasizes a crucial factor in obesity treatment and prevention: the impact of family relationships on food-related attitudes and behaviors.
4 Key Considerations for Family and Community Partnership in Public Health August 25, 2016 As public health professionals, we are tasked with designing, implementing and evaluating programs and policies that are intended to improve population health. A critical part of this work is engaging families in communities we want to reach.