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

There are only 2?? days left to register for #FAD2025! Join us in June as we celebrate 20 years of giving pediatric patients and their families a platform to share their medical journeys and advocate for children's health care with federal lawmakers. For 10 reasons why you should join #TeamCHA at FAD: https://lnkd.in/edDe9Ffs

March is Child Life Month, a time to celebrate child life professionals and the impact they have on children and their families. Undergoing a medical procedure or surgery can be scary for anyone — and child life specialists are specially-trained to guide patients and families with the stress and fear of a diagnosis or hospital visit. Learn more about child life's impact: https://lnkd.in/ehz2gFea #ChildLifeMonth #ChildLife #CLS

We’re hiring a Director of Technical Product Management to join our technology innovation team in Lenexa, KS. This role will leverage health care data expertise to drive product innovation and play a critical part in advancing product impact, consumer value, and ROI. Our mission to improve children’s health and well-being drives our success and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for serving with a purpose. If you are someone who… ?? Has 10+ years of product management experience with Health Information Technology. ?? Has extensive knowledge of health care data exchange standards. ?? Thrives at the intersection of data strategy and product innovation. ?? Excels in collaborating with cross-functional teams. Then we want to hear from you! To review the full job description and apply: https://lnkd.in/eUKpsR5Z #Hiring #JobOpening #ApplyNow #TechnicalProductManagement #HealthIT #HealthITJobs

“Kids who are victims of violence score worse in psychological function than our kids who have cancer,” said Michael Levas, MD, associate professor of pediatric emergency medicine at Children's Wisconsin. “From that standpoint, it’s worse to be shot.” Children are more likely to accept support services just after a violent injury. Numerous children’s hospitals have developed Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs (HVIPs) to decrease rates of re-injury and retaliation and increase mental well-being. Read more about breaking the cycle of violence: https://lnkd.in/emUJnGd4

Choosing to vaccinate your child isn't just about protecting them. It's also about protecting those in your community who may be immunocompromised. We encourage you to ask your pediatrician about your vaccine options.

?? It’s #MatchDay2025, one of the most exciting days for future doctors! Today, thousands of medical students across the country find out where they’ll begin the next chapter of their training. At CHA, we know these future pediatricians are essential to the health and well-being of our nation's children. That’s why we advocate for continued investments in the Children’s Hospitals Graduate Medical Education (CHGME) program. More than half of both pediatricians and pediatric specialists are trained at CHGME hospitals. Thanks to CHGME, America ensures the future of the next generation of our pediatric health care workforce. ???? Congratulations to all the new matches! You've chosen the best field to make a positive impact in the health and well-being of America's future! ?? ?? Learn more about the importance of CHMGE: https://lnkd.in/eZFXmHdG

Gun violence is a public health crisis and a disease that can cause more violence. Children's Wisconsin’s Project Ujima works to stop the cycle of violence through support systems, coping mechanisms, and violence-avoidance techniques. Since 2004, program participants have a recidivism rate of less than 1%. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dqePN78R

“The school nurse may be a child’s only health care provider for many miles,” said Megan Connelly, DNP, APRN-NP, NE-BC, FACHE, vice president of Community Health and Advocacy at Children's Nebraska. To equip school nurses with tools they need to manage a wide range of health concerns, Children’s Nebraska created a YouTube series, offering education and training on crucial aspects of pediatric care. #RuralHealth #SchoolNurses Learn more: https://lnkd.in/efBjY22f

???????? Happy Match Week! A huge congratulations to all the future pediatricians who will be opening their letters on Friday to find out where they matched! Your journey to improving children’s health starts now. ??#MatchWeek2025 We're thrilled to join the American Medical Association, National Resident Matching Program? (NRMP?), Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), and American Osteopathic Association in congratulating the 2025 Match Day cohort of future residents!