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The Pivot with Shawna Howard

UNC Epidemiology Blog

Shawna (at far left) stands with other Gilings School students who planned Black Maternal Health Week, plus an event panelist. Shawna Howard wants to bridge gaps using digital health tools. What’s your role in public health? My focus area within maternal health, specifically, is Black maternal health.

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November 14, 2024

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

Call for 2025 AMCHP Annual Award Nominations is Open Through December 16 We are excited to announce that we are accepting nominations for the 2025 AMCHP Annual Awards ! The awards will be presented at the AMCHP Annual Conference , held in person only from March 15-18, 2025, in Washington, DC. Award Categories: John C.

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October 17, 2024

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations.

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October 3, 2024

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

million cooperative agreement from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau (HRSA MCHB) to build the capacity of public health leaders at the state and local level to effectively use policy approaches related to housing and food security for MCH populations.

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Trump’s proposed child tax credit expansion may boost health equity

Association of Health Care Journalists

Recent proposals by President-elect Donald Trump to expand the child tax credit have reignited discussions about this crucial policy tool and its impacts on family well-being. Vance suggesting an increase to $5,000 per child. Vance suggesting an increase to $5,000 per child.