Vaccines have long been a cornerstone of public health, protecting individuals and communities from a myriad of diseases. Yet, in today’s climate, questions and concerns about vaccinations are more prevalent than ever. In this special report hosted by CNN Health Reporter Jacqueline Howard, you’ll meet Dr. Amna Husain, a pregnant mom, Natalie Ringold, a teacher, Christina Bailey, a NICU parent, and Dr. Darria Long, an ER physician and though their stories you’ll hear a comprehensive, empathetic, and informative perspective on vaccines, addressing common concerns, and emphasizing the profound impact they have on our families and society. It Starts With Mom is sponsored by HCA Healthcare with Clearblue, GoldBug, Honest, Philips Avent, and Sanofi.
March of Dimes
Non-profit Organizations
Arlington, Virginia 44,023 followers
Healthy Moms. Strong Babies.
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March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We’re advocating for policies to protect them. We’re working to radically improve the health care they receive. We’re pioneering research to find solutions. We’re empowering families with programs, knowledge and tools to have healthier pregnancies. By uniting communities, we’re building a brighter future for us all.
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http://www.marchofdimes.org
External link for March of Dimes
- Industrie
- Non-profit Organizations
- Größe des Unternehmens
- 1.001-5.000 Mitarbeiter
- Hauptsitz
- Arlington, Virginia
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- Nonprofit
- Gegründet
- 1938
- Spezialitäten
- Fundraising, Prematurity, Research, and Birth Defects
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1550 Crystal Dr
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Arlington, Virginia 22202, US
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Want an easy way to potentially lower your risk of preterm birth? Sleep and move more. March of Dimes researchers found that just doing these two things drastically lowers your risk of delivering early. Learn more on the latest MODCAST episode below: https://lnkd.in/gdRECkcJ
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We’re excited to announce our partnership with Masimo to support parents transitioning their little ones from the NICU to home. Together, we’re committed to donating Masimo Stork smart home baby monitoring and alarm system to NICUs in communities across the country. This initiative will provide peace of mind to NICU families, ensuring they can monitor their baby’s health with the same trusted Masimo SET® technology used in hospital NICUs for 25+ years. #MasimoCares #NICUFamilySupport #MarchofDimes https://lnkd.in/gKuwpCSk
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Curious about vaccines? You're not alone. In today’s world, questions and concerns are everywhere. Join CNN Health Reporter Jacqueline Howard in a special report featuring stories from Dr. Amna Husain, a pregnant mom, Natalie Ringold, a teacher, Christina Bailey, a NICU parent, and Dr. Darria Long Gillespie, an ER physician. Through their experiences, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of vaccines—what they really mean for our families and communities. Don’t miss this eye-opening discussion on August 28th at 3:00PM EST brought to you by It Starts With Mom and our partners HCA Healthcare, Clearblue, GoldBug, The Honest Company, Philips Avent, and Sanofi. 💜 #Vaccines #Health #ItStartsWithMom
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We’re thrilled to announce recent changes in our leadership to drive forward our mission to improve maternal and infant health across the U.S. Cindy Rahman, MBA has been appointed as our Interim President and CEO, Amanda P. Williams, MD, MPH, FACOG, will be stepping in as our Interim Chief Medical Officer and Ellen Kelsay, president and CEO of Business Group on Health, has recently been appointed as Board Chair of the National Board of Trustees. Cindy Rahman has been an incredible force behind our organization for the past five years, most recently serving as our Chief Marketing Officer. Her passion and dedication to the mission of March of Dimes is exceptional, and we're excited to see her vision come to life as she leads us through our 2024-2026 Strategic Plan. Her focus is to strengthen our impact, expand our reach, and further the fight to get every mom and baby the care they deserve. Dr. Amanda P. Williams, an expert in maternal health and a Clinical Innovation Advisor with CMQCC at Stanford University School of Medicine, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team. We're honored to have her expertise guide our research, advocacy, and community programs to prioritize the well-being of all moms and babies. These leadership changes come at an incredible time of growth for March of Dimes. From launching new Mom & Baby Mobile Health Centers in Phoenix and New York to raising nearly $16 million during our March For Babies fundraiser, we’re committed to making a lasting impact. Together, with the support of our amazing community, we’re pushing forward in our fight to end preventable maternal health risks, preterm birth, and infant death. Read more about these incredible leaders and stay tuned as we continue to make strides for moms and babies everywhere! https://lnkd.in/gRDFDwbH #MarchofDimes #MaternalHealth #InfantHealth #Leadership #ForAllMomsAndBabies
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This week we celebrate Black Breastfeeding Week, highlighting the importance of breastfeeding for Black moms and babies. This year's focus is "Reclaiming Our Narrative and Centering our Stories for Breastfeeding Justice." How can you get involved? 🤱🏿 Post your own #BlackBreastfeedingWeek story. 💜 Go to instagram.com/blkbfingweek and follow to learn more. 🌼 Share this post to raise awareness. #BBW24 #LatchOn
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💜3X MATCH EXTENDED💜 Help us reach more moms and babies! Make your #GivingDay gift today and your impact will go 3X as far so that every family gets the best possible start. Donate now: https://lnkd.in/dWtqqMVw With your Giving Day gift, we can help even more families with support, programs and education like: 💜3X the funding for research and technological advancements into preterm birth and lifesaving treatments. 💜3X the resources to break down disparities for every mom and baby to secure equitable access to healthcare. 💜3X the ability to get families the necessary education and resources they need while in the NICU.
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Today is March of Dimes #GivingDay — one day to raise funds and awareness to make a difference for families across the nation! Millions of moms and babies are affected by our mission each year. When you donate on Giving Day, you’re helping people like Katie Wilton, who after three hemorrhages during pregnancy and delivering her daughter Collette preterm, then had multiple placental abruptions. Giving Day is all about families like the Wilton's. Your support funds our research to find solutions, education for families and healthcare providers, care for families who lack access or have babies in the NICU, and advocacy to close the health equity gap. Make a Giving Day gift today and your impact will go 3X as far so that every family gets the best possible start.: https://lnkd.in/gtBBRsPV
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One day. One mission. One day to make a difference for every family. Support March of Dimes this #GivingDay, on August 22, to help moms and babies who face alarming rates of maternal death and preterm birth, racial disparities, and a lack of access to healthcare. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gtBBRsPV Looking for another way to get involved? ✨ Get the Little Words Project Strong Mom bracelet that gives back 25% of net proceeds from sales to March of Dimes at https://lnkd.in/gb8Pm48q 🛍️ Give while you shop, by installing the Give Freely browser extension. #️⃣ Create or choose your fundraiser. https://lnkd.in/gtBBRsPV ⚡ Donate a crypto gift – March of Dimes accepts 70+ types of digital currency. https://lnkd.in/dwTip2tF 💵 Plan giving with a stock, bond, or mutual fund gift. https://lnkd.in/dZwwDw-9 💜 Donate now, or set up recurring monthly gifts. https://lnkd.in/dWtqqMVw
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March of Dimes is on the lookout for passionate and driven market leaders in Phoenix, Atlanta, Miami, and California! If you're ready to make a difference and lead the charge in supporting moms and babies, this is your moment. Join our team and help us create a world where every baby has a healthy start. Interested? Apply today and be part of something truly special. https://lnkd.in/gYTGNdkJ #MarchOfDimes #SupportMomsAndBabies #HealthyStart #MarketLeaders
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