Preparing DC Schools to Teach Social-Emotional Practices
September 3, 2024
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is the state education agency for the District of…
A Prescription for Food
August 21, 2024
Behind an unassuming wooden door in the Children’s National Columbia Heights Health Center lies a treasure. In August 2024…
Prescription for the District: An Initiative by DC AAP #Rx4D
August 16, 2024
The District of Columbia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (DCAAP) represents over 470 medical students…
Supporting Breastfeeding Equity
August 14, 2024
For infants, breast milk is the first line of defense against infectious diseases, asthma, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), obesity, and type 2…
Moving Conversations: CHAI-Developed Experiential Learning
August 5, 2024
Starting a new residency training program is often a daunting task. New pediatric residents…
Reducing Lead in Drinking Water in Schools and Child Care Facilities
July 3, 2024
In August 2015, Dr. Hanna-Attisha, a pediatrician noticed that the percentage of her…
Strengthening School Partnerships
June 21, 2024
Children’s National and RESOLVE, a Washington, D.C.– based nonprofit specializing in collaborative process, launched a school-friendly…
An Immigrant Child’s Healthcare Journey
June 12, 2024
June is National Immigrant Heritage Month (ref) – an opportunity to honor the United States’ varied immigrant communities. For many families…
Wear Orange for National Gun Violence Awareness
June 5, 2024
June 7th, 2024 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day, an opportunity to honor survivors and to build community with…