New evidence-based resources are available for home visitors working with families to reduce their tobacco use. Smoking Cessation and Reduction in
HP 2020 Proposes Postpartum Depression Objective
Noting “postpartum depression is a serious condition linked to problems with marital relationships, mother/child bonding, breastfeeding continuity,
Ebola Questions? Resources for Home Visitors & Community Partners
Getting questions from your families or community partners about Ebola? The U. S. Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has
September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month!
September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month! Infant mortality is the death of a baby during the first year of life. In 2013, Florida had an infant
Input Sought on Home Visiting Grant Priorities
Florida MIECHV is planning to submit an application for the recently announced HRSA MIECHV Competitive Grant and is seeking input on needs and
New DCF Website Tracks Child Fatalities, Offers Resources
The Florida Department of Children & Families has launched a new website was to raise public awareness about child fatalities throughout the state
CQI Team Reviews Plan
The State CQI Team met August 21st to review a first draft of the Florida MIECHV CQI Plan. The plan provides an overview of continuous quality
First NFP Graduates Honored in Jacksonville
Thirty-seven healthy, happy two-year-olds donned caps and gowns and walked down the aisle with their families on Saturday, marking a milestone for the
New Report Highlights Prevalence of Toxic Stress Among Florida Kids
Economic hardship, divorce, alcohol and incarceration are the most common adverse childhood experiences among Florida’s children according to a new