MMR vaccine rates for U.S. kindergartners are at their lowest in a decade. The decline in rates correlates with outbreaks in different parts of the country, most recently in Ohio and NYC. Experts have for years discredited a study linking the vaccine with autism, but this myth has proved tenacious. We must focus on facts:
What inspires hope in the future more than a child with a bright, healthy smile? For the authors – a pediatrician and an oral health care executive – a healthy smile defines the future. In recognition of National Children’s Dental Health Month, we have come together to highlight the importance of advancing children’s oral health
In Gov. Hochul’s State of the State address this month she announced an unprecedented $1 billion investment in enhanced mental health services; it is a bold step to addressing the mental health needs of New York State adults and children. With nearly 20% of the state’s adults suffering from mental health disorders and students increasingly
NEW YORK – Children’s Health Fund (CHF) has elected former Freddie Mac CEO Donald H. Layton as chair of the board and named Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Garry Trudeau as its newest board member. Layton replaces Hervé Sedky, who remains on the board as chair emeritus. Sedky served as board chair for six years. “Hervé has
In 1987, three New Yorkers—singer Paul Simon, Dr. Irwin Redlener, and Karen Redlener—came up with a novel plan to provide healthcare to the 11,000 children then living in the city’s homeless shelters and welfare hotels. Their idea, which led them to create Children’s Health Fund (CHF), was that the best way to ensure children receive
The new CHF Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, Pernell Brice III featured in POLITICO Influence. By CAITLIN OPRYSKO 12/20/2022 05:50 PM EST RUNNIN’ FOR THE LAST TRAIN HOME: Congressional appropriators finally unveiled their mammoth government funding package in the wee hours of the morning following a last-minute spat over the location of the FBI’s
NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2022 – Children’s Health Fund (CHF) has named Pernell Brice III, vice president of policy and advocacy. In this role, Brice will lead CHF’s efforts aimed at advancing public policies that eliminate barriers children—especially those growing up in under-resourced communities—face in accessing comprehensive healthcare. “Pernell brings extensive leadership experience to Children’s
NEW YORK – Children’s Health Fund (CHF) has named Maureen A. Fox, vice president of development. In this role, Fox will lead the organization’s fundraising and development efforts, including implementing and overseeing strategies to support CHF’s operational growth. “We are delighted to have Maureen on board. I am confident she will be key to helping
Children’s Health Fund today kicked off “Vax, Snacks, & Rx,” a campaign to increase COVID-19 vaccinations among children in Chicago, New York City, and San Francisco, and distribute food and prescription medicines to families in need. Underwritten by a $400,000 lead gift from the Cielo Foundation, the program will serve children and families through a
On my one-year anniversary as president and CEO of Children’s Health Fund (CHF), I reflect on my privilege to lead an organization that strives to ensure that all children receive the healthcare they deserve and need to thrive and succeed. As an immigrant myself—entering the United States at age seven, from Cuba via Nicaragua—I could not
Five years after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, the island suffered another massive hurricane that left at least one person dead and thousands without power, running water, and shelter. While federal funds will provide some help, much more will be required to meet both the immediate and longer-term relief and recovery needs of Puerto Ricans. Local
NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2022 — Children’s Health Fund (CHF) today released a comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide to help children learn how to control their asthma so they can live healthy, active lives—including enjoying exercise, sports, and play—and avoid attacks that might keep them out of school or land them in emergency rooms. The 30-page Family
