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Today the US House Energy and Commerce Committee is taking up the Maternal and Child Health Stillbirth Prevention Act of which Healthy Birth Day, Inc. Is the primary stakeholder, at 10 am EST. Huge step toward passage and onto a floor vote. Big thanks to House leads Congresswomen Ashley Hinson + Alma Adams and many more for moving this bill forward. It’s an important step toward saving more lives with stillbirth prevention efforts like Count the Kicks. After this: full House floor vote, second vote in the Senate (passed already on unanimous consent in September) and then onto President Joe Biden for signage. Thousands of lives will be saved and families spared the heartache of stillbirth when this becomes law: America’s moms and babies can’t wait.

It's Myth Monday, and our caring hands are here to bust some myths about aged care! 👊💙 Aged care isn't just for those unable to care for themselves; it's for older adults who need assistance with daily living, regardless of their ability to care for themselves ✔️💯 Discover more here, and we'll share more myths next Monday! https://lnkd.in/gjUN68kV #protectandconnect #caringhands #mythmonday

Caregivers, how do you find support as a parent? This article, "Parental Partnership: Supporting Families With a Child Affected by a Rare Disease" has some good insight. https://lnkd.in/gUENBg4W #parenting #family #raredisease #parentingtips #parentingsupport

Great news! The Maternal and Child Health Stillborn Prevention Act recently passed the U.S. House, a major milestone towards becoming law. This bipartisan bill, endorsed by organizations like ACOG, AWHONN, March of Dimes, NPWH and more, seeks to include stillbirth and stillbirth prevention to Title V of the Social Security Act to support further evidence-based programs, activities and research to reduce the incidence of stillbirth. Read an overview of the bill from March of Dimes here: https://lnkd.in/gjJqBAu6. You can also learn more below 👇: #maternalhealth #healthcareprofessionals #infanthealth

As we observe National Patient Safety Week, it's crucial to spotlight the potential signs of birth injuries, a core focus of our practice at Van Wey, Metzler & Williams. Recognizing symptoms early can be the key to securing the necessary care and interventions for your child that may have stemmed from complications during labor and delivery. These symptoms may include unusual motor skills development, difficulty with muscle control, issues with the umbilical cord, abnormal MRI findings, and more. Our compassionate team of Texas birth injury lawyers specializes in the most severe cases by confronting healthcare giants and holding them accountable. We're not just fighting for compensation but advocating for systemic changes to prevent future tragedies. We encourage you to reach out if you've observed any concerning symptoms in your child. #kayvanweylaw #kayvanweymetzlerandwilliams #nationalpatientsafetyweek #birthinjuryawareness #earlydetection #childcareintervention #laborcomplications #developmentalmilestones #musclecoordination #umbilicalcordcomplications #mriinsights #healthcareadvocacy #texasbirthinjurylaw #fightingforchange #compensationjustice #systemicreform #preventativemeasures #legalrepresentation #childwellbeing #medicalaccountability #patientrights #advocatingforfamilies

Explore effective strategies for preventing falls among older adults with our latest insights based on NICE guidelines and expert reviews. 📚🛡️ #FallsPrevention #ElderCare #HealthcareProfessionals #CareHome #NHS #NursingHome #NICE https://lnkd.in/e7hir38z

Explore effective strategies for preventing falls among older adults with our latest insights based on NICE guidelines and expert reviews. 📚🛡️ #FallsPrevention #ElderCare #HealthcareProfessionals #CareHome #NHS #NursingHome #NICE https://lnkd.in/ef8XN3_P

Supporting families from the very beginning. Our Healthy Start Program offers home-based care management, guiding pregnant women and families with young children toward a healthier future. By focusing on reducing risks and eliminating health disparities, we're helping to ensure every child has the best start in life. 🌱 #recoverytips #setroutine #changehabits #healthyhabits #goodfood

The latest edition of #EngAged, our newsletter for people who care about ageing and aged care, is out now. In this issue, read about: 🗣️ how to get involved in the new Aged Care Act consultation 🏡 the new Support at Home program 📹 a new video chat service offered by Aged Care Specialist Officers 💪 Val Dempsey’s story on overcoming ageism. Read EngAged at 💻 https://lnkd.in/gNDwEkc9 #EngAged #Ageing #AgedCare #SupportatHome #AgedCareAct

Today is #InternationalDayOfOlderPersons and this year's theme is Ageing with Dignity. We're looking at the importance of strengthening care and support systems for older adults in our latest blog. Read here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Rc8MT0