"By using a trauma-informed, culturally-aware approach, attentive to the needs of parents and caregivers and communities, WellSpan will have the opportunity to make a truly transformational impact and improve the health and wellness of our children," Dr. Christopher Russo, medical director for quality and innovation at WellSpan Health, says in a press release.
WellSpan Health is launching the Spotlight on Children's Health, an initiative that will champion the physical, emotional, intellectual, and developmental needs of children from birth to 6 years old.
The program aims to break the cycle of disadvantage by nurturing the whole child and family at an early age, with the goal of eliminating health and achievement inequities that can occur later in life.
The health system will partner with community organizations across South Central Pennsylvania to drive success in this initiative.
Spotlight on Children's Health will lead, partner, support, and advocate across four primary focus areas:Infant Care & Screenings.
Medical Care & Screenings.Unique Needs & Support.
"We know from abundant research that a focus on the early, developing years can truly change the trajectory of a child's life," Russo says in the press release. Read the Entire Article
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