National Coalition for Infant Health
@InfantCoalition
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A collaborative of professional, clinical, community health, & family support organizations focused on improving the lives of infants & their families
Joined February 2017
"Terrifying. Unexpected.” Doretha and Marcus Ross share the story of their son Maverick, who was hospitalized with #RSV at just 9 weeks old. Watch to learn more:
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#RSV places a real burden on babies and families like DeEtta’s. Learn more about her RSV story here:
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NCfIH is teaming up with @NFIDVaccines and @acog on February 13 at 2:00 PM ET for a complimentary #CME webinar, Vaccines during Pregnancy: Protecting Maternal and Infant Health. #VaccinesWork Be #SaferTogether and register NOW:
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DYK? Hemolytic disease of the fetus & newborn, or #HDFN, can lead to: 1️⃣Severe anemia 2️⃣Jaundice 3️⃣Fetal or infant death Learn more:
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Food assistance programs are effective in helping hungry women avoid pregnancy complications. Learn more about how these programs can be key to healthy pregnancies:
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If an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, monoclonal antibody treatments for RSV could provide a metric ton of relief to infants and overtaxed health care systems. Read more in Health Policy Today's new blog:
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This @AMWADoctors webinar explains the physician's role in #RSV and addresses RSV #vaccination during pregnancy. Watch now:
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DYK? Getting vaccinated while pregnant helps your body create protective antibodies that you can pass on to your baby. Read more:
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DYK? Maternal vaccines help the body create antibodies that can be passed to your baby and help protect them when they are born. Learn more:
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Immunizations are the safest and most effective tools against #PneumococcalDisease. The risk of being unvaccinated far outweighs the risk of a vaccine. Learn more in the Q&A from Joseph Domachowske, MD:
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Respiratory syncytial virus, also known as #RSV, is a seasonal virus that affects nearly all infants and children before they are two years old. Watch to learn more:
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If an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, monoclonal antibody treatments for RSV could provide a metric ton of relief to infants and overtaxed health care systems. Read more in Health Policy Today's new blog:
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Good hygiene & cleaning practices can help prevent RSV such as: 1️⃣Sanitize surfaces frequently 2️⃣Wash hands often 3️⃣Cover coughs and sneezes 4️⃣Wash toys regularly Learn more:
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Immunizations are the safest and most effective tools against pneumococcal disease. The risk of being unvaccinated far outweighs the risk of a vaccine. Read more:
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While common, perinatal mood disorders can be isolating and stigmatizing. Learn more:
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Racial disparities in maternal & infant health are not insurmountable, but they require focus & commitment. The new administration & Congress have a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change in the year ahead. Read more in Health Policy Today's blog:
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DYK? RSV is a seasonal respiratory virus that can be dangerous for some babies and young children. Learn more:
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DYK? Expectant parents should work with their health care provider to identify any blood incompatibilities and monitor the baby. Learn more:
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To manage the indirect impacts of RSV, policymakers must support innovation and ensure timely and equitable access to care and preventive interventions. Watch to learn more:
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