The Healthy Start Coalition has officially become the administrator of the North Florida Health Corps, an AmeriCorps program that provides service opportunities to help meet unmet healthcare needs in the region
The Coalition’s Responsible Fatherhood Initiative and the barbers of the Arlington community are targeting fathers, father figures and men of all ages to educate and assist in the prevention of Infant Mortality in Duval County through a training and community event.
We’re so close! Up to $40,000 of the money raised from Rounds at the Grounds is generously matched by the Chartrand Foundation to continue providing community education and awareness efforts to improve the infant mortality rate. We’re almost there! Help us reach our goal — there are many ways to get involved!
The has launched an initiative to help familiarize participants with Long Acting Reversible Contraceptive (LARC) methods. The Project is exploring offering contraceptive counseling as a stand alone intervention that focuses on the most…
Magnolia Project participants have a new friend guiding them through their preconception health: Leela. Leela isn’t a staff member or another participant — she’s an animated computer character that simulates…
The Mayo Clinic conducted a Vitamin D education and screening activity this spring for the Azalea and Magnolia project participants and community residents. During the April 20th seminar, a Mayo physician…
Florida’s breastfeeding rates have declined significantly over the course of one year, according to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control’s newly released 2013 Breastfeeding Report Card. The results were…
World Breastfeeding Week 2013 took place from August 1-7 around the world. This year’s theme is providing peer support for breastfeeding mothers. The 2013 theme, “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers” focuses on…
UPDATE: Nearly 70 pairs of moms and babies officially particiated in the Big Latch On Jacksonville! Learn more and check out pictures on their Facebook page. In celebration of World…
The Healthy Start Coalition is accepting applications for a part-time Program Coordinator position for the North Florida Health Corps until July 26.