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The Maternal and Child Health Bureau oversees five major programs that address the health needs among the maternal and child populations in the state. These programs include:
Child, Adolescent and School Health
Data Resources
Immunizations
Oral Health
Reproductive Health
Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
The Bureau provides public health leadership and consultation for improving the health of mothers, infants, children and adolescents in the state. The mission of the Bureau is accomplished through oversight of the maternal and child health services ... Maternal and Child Health Services
Maternal and Child Health Administration
The links below provide information about services offered by the Maternal and Child Health Administration, the program's objective and priorities, and give contact information for dental services, eye care, the Washington Free Clinic, and other organizations and services that help women and children.
DC Medicaid Managed Care Contacts
Available Resources
Child Health Certificates
Mayor's Letter*
Executive Summary* - June 22, 2004
District of Columbia (Dental Provider) Assessment Form*
District of Columbia Child Health Certificate*
... Racial and ethnic disparities in maternal and child health are widespread.
Disparities appear to be closely related to the social conditions associated with poor communities and fragmented families. For example, infant deaths are highest among many of our nation's urban and rural minorities. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of post-neonatal mortality, accounting for approximately 28 percent of such deaths. SIDS rates vary
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