Children’s Hospital Association

Gun violence is a public health crisis and we must act now. Today, during Northwell Health's 5th Annual #PreventGunViolence forum, CHA announced our endorsement and investment into a new 5-year public awareness campaign for gun violence prevention led by the Ad Council and a coalition of hospitals and health systems scheduled to launch in January 2025. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e5sGmftG

?? Children’s hospitals are at the forefront of pediatric health care, but we can’t do it alone. Here are our top 5 priorities for Congress to take action on before the end of year to promote children’s health and enact policies to improve the health and wellbeing of America’s kids. Children need our help now. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dxm8vy5Y

Tune in tomorrow, November 19 at 12:45pm EST for Fierce Healthcare/Fierce Pharma's DEI Forum for the panel discussion "Addressing the Crisis: Gun Violence as a Public Health Emergency and Its Impact on Healthcare Systems" with CHA's President and CEO, Matthew Cook, and industry leaders, as they discuss a layered approach to addressing this growing crisis. Register now: https://lnkd.in/ejYRKVeS

Military-connected children and teens often navigate unique challenges due to frequent relocations, family deployments, and limited access to consistent care. In his article, Matt Studer, MD, Col (ret), Medical Director, Regional Cardiology Program, Pediatric Cardiology at Seattle Children's highlights these distinct needs and discusses how health care providers can offer better support and resources to these pediatric patients. Read more about Dr. Studer’s insights and recommendations for improving care for military families: https://lnkd.in/ehH-mZqb #MilitaryKids #MilitaryFamilies

Earlier this week, members of CHA's Public Affairs team visited Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Karabots Pediatric Care Center in West Philadelphia where their commitment to serving community needs was on full display! ?? The Karabots Center provides primary care services and co-locates behavioral health and community programs, bringing a variety of services to families under one roof. In 2023, they served 30,000 pediatric patients and families, with 1/3 living within walking distance. Thank you to the team for hosting CHA! Pictured: Stacy Wathen, Director, Community and Child Health, CHA; Falguni Patel, Director, Community Impact, CHOP, Gabby Ahearn, Policy Specialist, CHA; Katie Domina, Policy Coordinator, CHA; Gerolly Lorenzo, Program Manager, Community Impact, CHOP; and Steve Wilmot, AVP Care Network Operations, CHOP.

Health care professionals: DYK: The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-TLC-MAMA), is a free confidential service offering 24/7 support from trained counselors via call and text in English, Spanish, and translation services in over 60 languages. The professional counselors include licensed health care professionals, certified educators, and specialists who will listen to callers’ needs and provide support directly, connect with local support groups and organizations, and/or refer callers to other health care professionals when more care is needed. Launched in 2022 by the Biden-Harris Administration to improve maternal health and reduce maternal mortality and health disparities. While mental health conditions are the leading cause of pregnancy-related deaths, more than 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are preventable according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This is a great resource to promote to expecting and new moms and their families. Learn more about Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSAgov), HHS hotline: https://lnkd.in/eKUtv7nZ

Fagron Sterile Services US (FSS) has completed the Preparation and Protective phases for preservative-free Dextrose 70% injection solution. CHA has worked closely with Angels for Change's Project Protect to mobilize resources and advocate for rapid response strategies to mitigate the impact of TPN shortages on children nationwide. Leveraging our network of over 200 children's hospitals, CHA has prioritized pediatric patient needs, coordinated with industry, health care providers and policymakers to support a reliable supply chain for children. “Because children are disproportionately impacted by drug shortages, and have unique pharmaceutical needs, collaborating in projects like this to raise awareness and focus impact on supporting children’s health is a high priority to advance work,” said Terri Lyle Wilson, Vice President of Pharmacy at CHA. Read: https://lnkd.in/eNnZMj_F

Children’s Hospital Association is hiring a Biostatistician to join our growing Research and Statistics team in our Lenexa, Kansas, office. Our mission to improve children’s health and support the children’s hospitals that serve them drives our success, and we hope to find someone who shares our passion for serving with a purpose. If you are someone who... ?? Is knowledgeable of research design and statistical analysis. ?? Has experience working with large relational databases. ?? Has strong technical writing and communication skills. ?? Is excited to collaborate with a network of renowned researchers. Then we want to hear from you! To review the full job description and apply: https://lnkd.in/eqrXwf5c

On this Veterans Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces—and to their families who stand by their side with unwavering support. Among these families are extraordinary children and teens who take on caregiving roles with resilience and love, inspiring us every day. As a proud member of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation's Hidden Helpers Coalition, CHA is committed to giving a voice to military and veteran caregiving children and raising awareness of their unique experiences. Today, we honor not only the veterans who have served but also the young heroes who support them. Learn more about America’s Hidden Helpers: https://lnkd.in/eduUb7CD #VeteransDay #HiddenHelpers

Join CHA and experts from Children's Specialized Hospital on Thursday, November 14 at 2 p.m. EST to discuss how they used family engagement as an essential component to successfully integrate a comprehensive data-driven social determinants of health (SDoH) program into routine medical care and therapy settings. Register: https://lnkd.in/eCQP2Kv6