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Keeping community first in WNC after Hurricane Helene

UNC Epidemiology Blog

The Carolina Global Breastfeeding Institute (CGBI) was one of the organizations to partner with the North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition (NCBfC) Support and Advocacy for Infant Feeding in Emergencies Team (SAFE Team) to support local experts with lactation, infant feeding, and birthing care in response and recovery efforts.

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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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December 12, 2024

Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs

Every year, AMCHP recognizes individuals in the maternal and child health (MCH) community who have gone above and beyond to positively impact those around them. MacQueen Lecture Award : For innovation in the field of maternal and child health. Interested in nominating someone but need more information?