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| ! | Maternal and Child Health Overview | Reports | 1/25/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14498 | 14498 | Provides an overview of maternal and child health policy issues. The page also highlights recent NCSL publications, news articles and other resources. |
| ! | Children's Health Insurance Program Overview | Reports | 5/17/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14510 | 14510 | A snapshot of policy issues related to the Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP). Including federal action, CHIP reauthorization information and additional resources. |
| | Prenatal Care Postcard | Reports | 2/26/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=25615 | 25615 | Prenatal Care Postcard |
| | Early Elective Deliveries Postcard | Reports | 2/22/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=25616 | 25616 | Early Elective Deliveries Postcard |
| | School Immunization Exemption State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 1/1/2013 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14376 | 14376 | Provides a 50 state chart of laws related to school requirements and exemptions. |
| | Newborn Health Screenings | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 12/21/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=25642 | 25642 | Every year, thousands of infants are born with genetic disorders that can be identified by testing just a few drops of blood. Early detection of many disorders can not only prevent disabilities, additional health problems or death, they may also save states and families money by avoiding high medical costs. |
| | [Fall Forum 2012] Off to a Good Start: State Efforts to Promote Healthy Babies Session Fall Forum 2012 | Multimedia | 12/7/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=25569 | 25569 | Off to a Good Start: State Efforts to Promote Healthy Babies Session Fall Forum 2012 |
| | Autism Policy Issues Overview | Reports | 10/9/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14390 | 14390 | Provides an overview of policy issues related to autism and provides additional resources. |
| | Autism and Insurance Coverage State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 8/10/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=18246 | 18246 | Insurance Coverage for Autism |
| | Autism Legislation Database | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 7/30/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14109 | 14109 | This ARCHIVE database tracks autism-related legislation from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. |
| | Maternal, Infant and Early Childhood Home Visiting Programs | Reports | 7/9/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=21644 | 21644 | This webpage provides a summary of the federal home visiting initiative and provides resources for state implementation. |
| | Improving Babies’ Health and Reducing Medicaid Costs | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/29/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24938 | 24938 | State governments pay millions for neonatal care for preterm births, many of which are preventable. To reduce the costs associated with birth complications among Medicaid beneficiaries, several states are using methods to reduce the rates of preterm births and low birthweights. |
| | Children's Oral Health Policy Issues Overview | Reports | 3/25/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14495 | 14495 | Includes information and state examples on the children's oral health policy issues of Medicaid and CHIP, access, workforce, prevention and awareness. Also includes additional resources. |
| | Smoking During Pregnancy Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/1/2012 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=24427 | 24427 | This NCSL postcard provides information about smoking among women of reproductive age and smoking during pregnancy. |
| | Teen Pregnancy Preconference Meeting Information | Meetings | 12/30/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19234 | 19234 | Meeting materials and resources from the Teen Pregnancy Prevention: Success in California Preconference at Fall Forum 2009 |
| | Low Birthweight Births Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 11/28/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=23296 | 23296 | This NCSL postcard provides 50-state data of low birthweight births and summarizes state strategies to reduce these rates. |
| | Got Milk? October/November 2011 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 10/13/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=23692 | 23692 | Awareness of the health benefits and cost savings of breastfeeding continues to spread. |
| | Healthy People 2020: A Road Map for Health | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/8/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=23127 | 23127 | LegisBrief: By identifying goals, objectives and benchmarks to track progress in 42 areas, this national initiative aims to help state policymakers improve the health of all Americans. |
| | Healthy People 2020 and Maternal and Child Health | Reports | 5/31/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=16765 | 16765 | This webpage provides information about the women, adolescent and child-related objectives of the federal Healthy People 2020 initiative. |
| | Autism Task Forces, Commissions and Councils Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 5/31/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=18168 | 18168 | Autism Task Forces, Commissions and Councils Postcard |
| | Breastfeeding State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 5/24/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14389 | 14389 | Provides a 50 state summary of breastfeeding laws, including an overview of policy topics, recent NCSL publications and other resources. |
| | Poison Control Center State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 5/16/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14365 | 14365 | Provides a 50 state summary of laws related to poison control centers. The webpage includes an overview of the issue and additional resources. |
| | Newborn Hearing Screening State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 5/6/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14382 | 14382 | Provides a 50 state chart of newborn hearing screening laws; includes an overview of the topic and additional resources. |
| | Health Reform and Women, Children and Adolescents (State Implementation Brief) | Reports | 4/19/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20194 | 20194 | This webpage summarizes the provisions of the federal health reform law that specifically affect women, children and adolescents. |
| | Immunizations Policy Issues Overview | Reports | 4/4/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14383 | 14383 | A snapshot of immunization laws with a focus on children. Also includes an overview of policy topics, NCSL publications, and additional resources. |
| | Medicaid Family Planning Expansions Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/25/2011 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=22129 | 22129 | This NCSL postcard provides information about expanding eligibility for family planning services under Medicaid. |
| | Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 11/5/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14371 | 14371 | Provides a 50 state summary of laws related to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The webpage also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources. |
| | Overwhelmed by Autism: October/November 2010 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 10/7/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=21427 | 21427 | A dramatic increase in diagnoses has lawmakers debating the state’s role. |
| | Breastfeeding Saves Lives and Money Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 7/29/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20592 | 20592 | This NCSL postcard provides information and resources about breastfeeding rates. |
| | Investing in Children's Health: Legislative Summit 2010 | Multimedia | 7/27/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20765 | 20765 | Investing in Children's Health Legislative Summit 2010 Session |
| | Oral Health Care for Children and Pregnant Women | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/2/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19819 | 19819 | LegisBrief: Often overlooked among the many health needs in pregnancy and early childhood, dental disease can harm unborn babies and cause health problems for children. |
| | The Economic Benefits of Breastfeeding | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 1/12/2010 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=19512 | 19512 | LegisBrief: Increasing breastfeeding rates among the 41 percent of U.S. births covered by Medicaid may be a potential strategy for state budget savings. |
| | Public Health Herald 5th Issue | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 9/1/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=18457 | 18457 | Public Health Herald 5th Issue |
| | Children's Health Reform State Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 8/31/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14477 | 14477 | A snapshot of state laws related to childrens health reform. Also includes information on the federal poverty guidelines, recent NCSL publications and additional resources. |
| | Investing in a Healthy Start for Children | Reports | 7/30/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14385 | 14385 | Provides an overiew of policy issues related to early childhood development. Also contains 2008 meeting materials and additional resources. |
| | Investing in Healthy Babies | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/1/2009 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=20183 | 20183 | LegisBrief: Preterm births are costly to states, but available options to provide adequate prenatal care can save money, moms and babies. |
| | What's Up With SCHIP?: August/September 2008 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 8/14/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13895 | 13895 | LegisBrief: What's Up With SCHIP?: August/September 2008 |
| | SCHIP Reauthorization: July August 2008 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 7/30/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13797 | 13797 | State Legislatures Magazine article: SCHIP Reauthorization, July/August 2008 |
| | Medically Necessary Foods and Formula Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 7/1/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13865 | 13865 | Provides a 50 state breakdown of state laws requiring insurance coverage of medically necessary foods and formulas. Also includes an overview of the issue and additional resources. |
| | Childhood Immunizations Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/17/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14303 | 14303 | This NCSL postcard includes a 50 state map of childhood immunization rates, the immunization schedule and information on school requirements, funding and registries. |
| | Genetics Legislation Database | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 6/1/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14408 | 14408 | A database of legislation related to genetics. |
| | Screening Newborns: Just the Beginning: April 2008 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 4/3/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13803 | 13803 | State Legislatures magazine article: Screening Newborns: Just the Beginning |
| | Newborn Genetic and Metabolic Disease Screening: April 2008 | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 4/3/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13804 | 13804 | State Legislatures magazine article: Newborn Genetic and Metabolic Disease Screening, April 2008 |
| | Cost of Low Birthweight Babies Postcard | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 2/12/2008 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14387 | 14387 | This NCSL postcard has a 50 state map with rates of low birthweight babies, a graph displaying the economic burden of preterm birth and information on the costs of low birthweight babies. |
| | Newborn Genetic and Metabolic Screening Laws | Bill Summaries/ Databases | 11/1/2007 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=14416 | 14416 | Provides a 50 state summary of newborn genetic and metabolic screening laws. |
| | Postpartum Depression: Worse Than the Baby Blues | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 4/5/2007 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13904 | 13904 | LegisBrief: Postpartum Depression: Worse Than the Baby Blues - April 2007 |
| | Exemptions for Childhood Immunizations | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 6/1/2006 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13912 | 13912 | LegisBrief: Childhood immunizations are widely used and cost effective. States face increased resistance to these immunizations, based on medical, religious and philosophical or personal reasons. Several states have considered legislation to add or expand exemption policies, even though unvaccinated children risk contracting and spreading vaccine-preventable diseases. |
| | Sudden Unexplained Infant Death Syndrome | Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters | 3/1/2006 12:00:00 AM | /default.aspx?tabid=13919 | 13919 | LegisBrief: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention launched the Sudden, Unexplained Infant Death Initiative in 2003 to a national standard for collection of data at infant death scene investigations. With implementation of the initiative, it will be possible to accurately survey infant deaths, conduct research to prevent sudden unexplained infant death (SUID), and policy to guide SUID investigation and reporting. |