Investing in Children to Promote America’s Prosperity
“America, the land of opportunity” has been the historical rallying cry inspiring individuals to work their hardest to succeed. Although today’s chi
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Pediatricians Play Important Role in Decreasing Sugary Drink Intake in Young Children
Today’s children face serious health risks tied to poor nutrition. A recent study predicted that more than 50 perce
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The ROI of Health and Well-Being: Business Investment in Healthier Communities
Abstract | Businesses are gaining a greater understanding of the effect that employee health and the health of the communities in which busines
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Elements of Accountable Communities for Health: A Review of the Literature
Abstract | Accountable health initiatives, most commonly referred to as accountable communities for health (ACHs), have been im
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Defining an Accountable Community for Health for Children and Families
Introduction We are in the midst of a transformation of our health care system. The shift from volume to value and the correspondi
Read MoreFourth Annual DC Public Health Case Challenge: The Changing American City and Implications for the Health and Well-Being of Vulnerable Populations
In 2016 the National Academy of Medicine (NAM) and the Roun
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The Interplay of Community Trauma, Diet, and Physical Activity: Solutions for Public Health
Diet- and activity-related illnesses—such as heart disease, stroke, cancer, and type 2 diabetes—can shorten life
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A Unified Foundation to Support a Highly Qualified Early Childhood Workforce
As a result of the recommendations from the report Transforming the Workforce for Children Birth Through Age 8: A Unifying F
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Connecting Stakeholders to Bridge the Divide: Upskilling Virginia’s Early Childhood Educators
Case Study to Bridge the Divide: Upskilling Virginia’s Early Childhood Educators Over the past 18 month
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