Increasing Coverage for Asthma Controller Therapy through Resident Advocacy
December 2, 2024
In June of 2024, we as pediatric resident physicians put our advocacy training into action…
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…
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…
Reflections on our Early Childhood Education Workgroup in the First Year
May 22, 2024
Last spring, Children’s National and HSC Health Care System formed an early childhood…
Advocating for CHNA/CHIP Priorities in Maryland
May 9, 2024
The 446th Legislative Session convened on January 10, 2024 with ambitious goals and tough budget decisions ahead. The main legislative…
Nurturing Every Child: A Closer Look at Immigrant Children’s Health
April 10, 2024
In the colorful tapestry of our diverse society, children from immigrant backgrounds bring unique perspectives, dreams, and…
Mental Health Parity: An Opportunity to Increase Equitable Mental Health Care
November 22, 2023
In our quest to improve the mental and emotional wellness of children and families in D.C. and beyond…
Homelessness Increased in DC for the First Time in Years
October 25, 2023
Driving into D.C. for work, I’ve noticed an increase in the number of homeless tent encampments over the past year. I worried this would be the case…
Navigating Health Insurance in Prince George’s County: Exploring Challenges and Options
August 9, 2023
Access to quality healthcare is crucial for the overall well-being of individuals and communities…