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Topic: Infant Mortality
Infant mortality is defined as the death of a child before his or her first birthday, and is a critical indicator of the overall health of the state.
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Tennessee Department of Health reminds everyone that September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month
“We are very encouraged that fewer babies are dying in Tennessee from sleep related causes and believe our safe sleep campaign encouraging parents and caregivers to put babies to sleep using the ABCs of Safe Sleep is an important reason why.” said TDH Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH. “But until we get to zero, there is still more to do to save these wonderful lives in Tennessee.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tenenssee Department of Health says remember the ABCs of Safe Sleep this Holiday Season
“Loved ones are always eager to see and hold the newest family members during holiday visits. It’s really important that everyone who will be involved in caring for a baby knows about the safest way to put the baby to sleep,” said TDH Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Department of Health reports more Drug Dependent Newborns in State already than in all of 2011TDH Projects 33 Percent Increase by End of Year
By the first week of October, 643 babies were born dependent, compared with 629 for all of 2011. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Launches “Welcome Baby” InitiativeOutreach Effort Screens for Risks for Tennessee Newborns
Welcome Baby is designed to help give Tennessee’s newest residents the best start in life by connecting children and families with appropriate services in their community, providing referrals to address family needs and screening babies and their families for potential risks. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Family health is key to preventing infant deathsSeptember is Infant Mortality Awareness Month
“We must do everything we can to improve the health outcomes for this vulnerable population,” said Governor Phil Bredesen. “The Department of Health and Governor’s Office of Children’s Care Coordination are working to increase awareness about how important it is to create healthier families that have healthier babies.” “All women of childbearing age, whether planning to become a parent or not, should take steps now to improve their health. Simple changes such as improving physical fitness, making better nutritional choices and stopping tobacco use will contribute to better health,” said Health Commissioner Susan R. Cooper, MSN, RN. “Good overall maternal health, combined with proper and early prenatal care, is vital to the growth and development of an infant.” The theme of Infant Mortality Awareness Month 2009 is “Healthy Families = Healthy Babies.” The goal of this year’s observance is to remind adults to work on personal health before they even consider having a child. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | 1 Comment »
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