Smoking, safe sleep and family planning were the main focus of the 2013 Fetal and Infant Mortality Review findings and recommendations that were released at the October 17 Coalition meeting. The recommendations closely mirror those of the previous few years, as these continue to be significant issues leading to poor birth outcomes in the region. View… Read More
The Northeast Florida Community Action Team implements and develops street-level outreach activities to educate families based on the annual Fetal and Infant Mortality Review recommendations. CAT members announced their current activities following the FIMR presentation at the October 17 Coalition meeting. See their presentation here. This year, the Team will be implementing the second phase of an… Read More
The March of Dimes Florida Chapter is accepting community grant applications until November 15. Community Awards for 2014 may be for amounts up to $3,000 and address one of the March’s Funding Priority Areas. The application, available here, is due on November 15, 2013 by 5:00 p.m. The priority areas are: Providing or enhancing preconception… Read More
The annual Northeast Florida Fetal and Infant Mortality Review findings and recommendations will be released at the October 17 Coalition meeting. aims to reduce infant mortality by gathering and reviewing detailed information to gain a better understanding of fetal and infant deaths in Northeast Florida. The fetal and infant death rates, causes and contributing factors… Read More
The Healthy Start Coalition would like to welcome Jennifer Gornto, MPH, as the new Executive Director effective October 1. Jennifer is an experienced and enthusiastic professional with a strong background in public health, epidemiology, evaluation, marketing and community partnerships.