Tag: Connecticut Children's

Women Physicians Address Diaper Insecurity

Women physicians and surgeons at Connecticut Children’s recently teamed up to raise awareness about diaper insecurity and collect diapers for families in need. The PoWER group, which is Connecticut Children’s affinity group for women physicians, and the Women in Surgery group, which is Connecticut Children’s affinity group for […]

Oral Health Equals Overall Health

By: Laura Marin-Ruiz, DDS, MHA Good oral health is crucial to a child’s overall health and development, yet disparities exist among children based on race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. This article explores the link between oral health and overall health in children, dental health disparities, and strategies pediatricians […]

It’s One Question Parents Should Ask

As part of our organization’s efforts to keep children safe this upcoming holiday season and all year long, Connecticut Children’s is collaborating with hospitals and health systems across the country in a new nationwide public awareness campaign that encourages families to ask one question when their children visit […]