Watch and learn how to use overdose reversal medications to potentially #SaveALife of someone experiencing an overdose ▶️ #TogetherWeCan

"Children in NYS are more likely to live in poverty than children in 40 other states. Yet continuing with the status quo is a choice that our elected leaders make — every day, every budget year, every legislative session." - Dave A. Chokshi, MD & Dr. Mary Bassett newyorkcan.org/former-health-…

.Governor Kathy Hochul Jen Lunsford NYS Senator Samra Brouk @HEALTHNYGOV Revise the proposed requirement to obtain patient consent to bill for healthcare services after services have been rendered. p2a.co/twitterimage?i…

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Schizophrenia can be extremely disruptive to a person’s life. However, with consistent treatment—a combination of medication, therapy, and social support—people with schizophrenia can manage the disease and lead fulfilling lives. Learn more: samhsa.gov/mental-health/… #MIAW

When school meals are not free for all students, the kids who need them most choose not to eat. #Meals4AllNY levels the playing field and creates equity in cafeterias so students feel comfortable getting the food they need at school. #NSLW24 SchoolMealsForAllNY.org

#DYK 77% of NY voters think school meals should be free for all students? It's #NSLW24 & we are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to fully fund #Meals4AllNY. It’s a policy that reduces child poverty & increases education outcomes. Learn more: bit.ly/cccsmi24

Bulimia is an illness in which a person binges on food, & feels a loss of control over their eating. They then use different methods to prevent weight gain. Learn the signs & symptoms of bulimia nervosa—and how to get help for yourself or others. samhsa.gov/mental-health/…

The New York Can End Child Poverty campaign is rallying outside the NYS Capitol on Tuesday, Nov. 19. Details and registration at newyorkcan.org/rally/ Join hundreds of New Yorkers in supporting action toward New York's child poverty reduction goals. Now is the time!

Tomorrow! Rally to End Child Poverty at the NYS Capitol, 2pm. eadn-wc02-9834286.nxedge.io/wp-content/upl…

“Parents can access regular check-ups, scheduled vaccines and preventive health services for their child, setting them up for a healthy start. Continuous Medicaid and CHP coverage is a big win for children and families across the state.” - Kate Breslin jacksonheightspost.com/new-york-state…

It’s really sad (and crazy) that the U.S. does not have better childcare options for kids under 5. It’s super expensive and hard to even find an opening. More parents are missing work now than during the pandemic, data shows. The “childcare crisis” isn’t going away. By

Cutting child poverty in half by 2031: it's bold, it's necessary, and it's achievable. Explore the policies, challenges, and stories behind this fight in "This Robin Hood Moment." Subscribe and listen to all three episodes now. #FightPoverty robinhood.org/podcasts/

I haven’t spoken about this here. In April, my only sibling, my younger sister, committed suicide. She had her 1st ever psychotic break right after the peak of the Covid lockdowns, in June 2020. It was an epic one that involved a multi-car police chase. (the story, 🧵)

We are just one week away from the release of our State of New York’s Children Data Book! Join us on Tuesday, January 14th for a data briefing and reception to learn more about the data and what it means for New York’s children. Registration required: secure.everyaction.com/_crUoa827Umxt2…

Connections Video podcast: New York State's early intervention model in crisis: youtube.com/live/HPglDnoHp…

1/ The CMS final 2026 rate notice for Medicare Advantage just dropped, on the "no later than" date of April 7 The final rate is up- by a lot more than industry consensus of 75-100 bps! I think a lot of plans are going to feel a little relief about their preliminary bids tonight

New York ranks 50th for timely delivery of early intervention services. Wouldn't our "first mom governor" want us to do better? Governor Kathy Hochul can solve this problem in this year's budget - before one more child ages out. timesunion.com/opinion/articl…

The Empire State Campaign for Child Care is calling on the New York State Budget to include investments in the child care workforce and the child care assistance program to benefit ALL New York families. Governor Kathy Hochul Sen. Stewart-Cousins Learn more here: empirestatechildcare.org/wp-content/upl…

The Children’s Agenda announces its key priorities for the 2025-26 budget for RCSD. The reports main concerns focuses on mental health, school climate and transportation. One parent advocate shares her story about its direct impact this has had on a student’s performance.