“Each year in the US, 1 in 10 babies is born preterm November is Prematurity Awareness Month—our global spotlight on the current state of maternal and infant health in the US and around the world. “ #PrematurityAwarenessMonth www.marchofdimes.org/prematurity-...

"To ensure a safe environment for children with special needs, consider the following guidelines regarding smoking:

"Walking pneumonia is a kind of bacterial infection that affects the lungs. It tends to cause milder symptoms than other forms of pneumonia, " #Pneumonia #WalkingPneumonia #cold #flu #viruses blog.nemours.org/2024/11/all-...

"Childless adults in Alabama are not eligible for Medicaid, because the state has not expanded Medicaid under the ACA. And parents of minor children are only eligible with extremely low incomes." #AlabamaMedicaid #Medicaid #insurance www.healthinsurance.org/medicaid/ala...

"Children with drug-resistant #epilepsy who are Black or insured through #Medicaid may be less likely than white and privately insured patients to receive surgical treatments that can end or minimize their #seizures and extend their lives..." #CYSHCN #DrugResistant apple.news/ALaH_cHOOT-y...

"Eczema is caused by problems with the skin barrier. Many children with eczema do not have enough of a special protein called "filaggrin" in the outer layer of skin." #HealthySkinMonth #Eczema #CYSHCN www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"In most parts of the U.S., fall marks the start of cold and flu season. This means kids will face higher risks for getting sick." #ColdAndFlu #FluSeason #SickKids www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"Holiday crowds, lights, noise, strangers, hugging, change in routine, and some chaos. This is a recipe for stress and sensory overload during the holidays with special needs children." #Holidays #CYSHCN #Sensory #Breaks #Stress stressfreekids.com/10026/holida...

"Bathroom habits, such as holding urine too long, and slow physical development cause many of the bladder control problems seen in children. Less often, a medical condition can cause wetting." #BladderHealthMonth www.niddk.nih.gov/health-infor...

"The number of teachers using AI to develop individualized education programs, or IEPs, for students with disabilities is surging, but so too are questions about what role the technology should play." #AI #IEP #SpecialEducation www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/11/18/c...

"U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week (USAAW), every November 18-24, raises awareness of the importance of appropriate antibiotic and antifungal use and the threat antimicrobial resistance (AR) poses to people, animal, plants, and their shared environment."#USAAW www.cdc.gov/antimicrobia...

​"November is a time to show support and to honor our nation's vital caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month." #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #Caregivers #GivingCare #CaringAroundTheClock www.ncoa.org/page/nationa...

"Each year on or around the week of Thanksgiving, IFFGD shines a light on one of the most common—and often misunderstood—digestive disorders: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)." #GERD #LetsTalkGERD #GERDAwarenessWeek aboutgerd.org/living-with-...

"Each year in the US, 1 in 10 babies is born too soon. Preterm birth—when a baby is born before 37 weeks of pregnancy—is a serious health issue." #WorldPrematurityDay www.marchofdimes.org/find-support...

"About two thirds of patients with epilepsy will respond to medication. For the one-third with drug-resistant epilepsy, if the seizure activity is connected to one area of the brain, as was the case with Mora, surgery may be the best option." #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth apple.news/A41r_iBjlRXK...

"Diabetes can impact people across all life stages, including childhood, the reproductive years, working age and older adulthood." #WorldDiabetesDay www.who.int/campaigns/wo...

"Infants and air travel can both be unpredictable, and they don't always mix well. But some advanced planning and preparation can help make for a better experience for your baby, for you, and for everyone else on the plane." #Travel #TravelTips #TravelSafety healthychildren.org/English/safe...

"Whether you’re traveling by car, or train or plane, coming home for the holidays is exciting. Before you pack up the car and bundle up the kids, put the turkey and pies in the oven..." #HolidaySafety #SafeTravel #SafetyTips www.safekids.org/blog/5-tips-...

"Not being aware of subtle signs of seizures means seizures are going unreported, undiagnosed, and untreated, leading to increased health risks including sudden and unexpected death." #Seizures #Epilepsy #SeizureAwareness apple.news/AVD-uxnDrRKO...

"Fall break is just around the corner, and long holiday breaks follow shortly after...and traveling with special needs often presents its own set of considerations.:" #HolidayTravel #Travel #CYSHCN www.sumnercountyspecialneeds.org/post/8-tips-...

"Overactive bladder (OAB), a specific type of urinary incontinence, is a common childhood condition defined by a sudden and uncontrollable urge to urinate. It can lead to accidents during the day." #BladderHealthMonth #OAB #ChildrensHealth www.healthline.com/health/overa...

"Overactive bladder (OAB), a specific type of urinary incontinence, is a common childhood condition defined by a sudden and uncontrollable urge to urinate. It can lead to accidents during the day." #BladderHealthMonth #OAB #ChildrensHealth www.healthline.com/health/overa...

"Pneumonia remains one of the world’s leading infectious killers. It still claims more lives of children under five than any other infectious disease..." #WorldPneumoniaDay www.who.int/news/item/12...

"According to the AAP clinical report, Recognition and Management of Medical Complexity, children with medical complexity (CMC), a subset of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN)..." #CYSHCN #CMC #MedicalComplexities www.aap.org/en/patient-c...

Rashes in kids are rarely a reason for concern. Treatments can help relieve the itch, and you can talk with a doctor to rule out any serious causes." #NationalHealthySkinMonth #ChildrensSkinCare  www.healthline.com/health/child...

"Children with eczema (atopic dermatitis) tend to get patches of dry, itchy skin. The itch can make it hard for them to sleep. Plus, scratching can cause the rashes to get infected." #NationalHealthySkinMonth #Eczema #skincare www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"Most children and youth with epilepsy (CYE) go to school every day, so it’s important that schools are prepared to provide a safe and supportive learning environment for them." #Epilepsy #Seizures #CYSHCN #CYE www.aap.org/en/patient-c...

"Celebrated every November, National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM) is a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country." #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #Caregivers #Caring acl.gov/news-and-eve...

"Winter doesn't have to worsen your child's dry skin. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has tips to help ease those dry, itchy patches that sometimes come with dry winter weather." #NationalHealthySkinMonth #Skincare www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"Hospice is care that focuses on providing comfort and support to patients who are facing a terminal illness. Palliative care is a type of care that focuses on relieving the symptoms of a serious illness, regardless of whether the illness is curable." www.nationaldaycalendar.com/november/nat...

"Focal epilepsy seizures can begin at any age—from infancy to adulthood—and usually are controlled with medication or other interventions." #Epilepsy #Seizures #FocalSeizures #FocalEpilepsy #EpilepsyAwarenessMonth apple.news/AOltSv8cwRd-...

Extreme weather conditions and events, like record-low temperatures, can threaten children’s lives and disrupt infrastructure critical to children’s well-being." #ColdWeatherSafety #SafetyTips #KeepKidsSafe www.savethechildren.org/us/charity-s...

"Caring for a loved one can be one of life’s most meaningful roles—but it can also come with immense challenges that at times can feel insurmountable. Thankfully, online support groups for caregivers are there to help." #Caregiver #FamilyCaregivers #CaregiverSupports apple.news/AllSGY7oTTyq...

"Children with neurocognitive disorders such as cerebral palsy, who have differences in brain and nerve function, sometimes also experience other body function differences. " #BladderHealth #BladderHealthMonth #CYSHCN www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"While it’s less common than type 2 diabetes—which causes the body to not make enough insulin or use insulin well, leading to too much glucose in the blood (where it can’t reach cells)—." #Children #Diabetes #Type1Diabetes #AmericanDiabetesMonth apple.news/AxAsZnvhyQsK...

​"CDC expects the upcoming U.S. fall and winter respiratory disease season will likely have a similar combined number of peak hospitalizations due to COVID-19, influenza, and RSV compared to last season." #RSV #Influenza www.cdc.gov/cfa-qualitat...

“November is Prematurity Awareness Month—our global spotlight on the current state of maternal and infant health in the US and around the world.November is Prematurity Awareness Month—.” #PrematurityAwarenessMonth www.marchofdimes.org/prematurity-...

"Kids with sensory processing differences may find bright lights, loud sounds, or scratchy costumes overwhelming." #HalloweenSafety #InclusiveHalloween www.rwjbh.org/blog/2025/oc...

"With all of the candy, costumes, and scary stories, it’s no wonder Halloween is a favorite holiday among millions of children. Yet for those with disabilities, the holiday can also bring unique challenges..." #InclusiveHalloween www.sokolovelaw.com/blog/5-easy-...

"ADHD as a disorder isn’t always understood and can be either misdiagnosed as another disorder or overdiagnosed in cases of misunderstanding. As a multifaceted disorder, it can control someone’s life if it isn’t treated." #ADHDAwarenessMonth www.daysoftheyear.com/days/adhd-aw...

"More than 14 million children and teenagers in the U.S. are living with obesity. It's a chronic disease that carries a lifetime of health risks. Now the American Academy of Pediatrics is issuing new guidelines in the battle against child obesity." #ChildhoodObesity apple.news/AzzBFwdp7TFC...

"Spina bifida, which means "split spine," is a congenital abnormality that occurs before birth. It happens when the embryo's neural tube--which later becomes the brain and spinal cord—does not close all the way." #SpinaBifidaAwarenessMonth #SpinaBifida www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

The "Share Your Smile with Alabama" statewide photo contest, brought to you by the Alabama Department of Public Health Oral Health Services. The entry period s ends on, Friday, October 31, 2025. #ShareYourSmile

"Children whose immune defenses or lungs are weakened by other illnesses, such as cystic fibrosis, asthma, or cancer may be more likely to develop pneumonia." #HealthyLungMonth #CYSHCN www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"Almost 50 percent of the 2.5 million eye injuries yearly occur at home. That's more injuries than occur in school and at the workplace combined." #HomeEyeSafetyMonth #EyeSafety www.nationaldaycalendar.com/october/home...

"The reasons for celebrating Health Literacy Month are clear. Many people need help understanding medical information, which can lead to poor health decisions and outcomes." #HealthLiteracyMonth www.daysoftheyear.com/days/health-...

"After a hurricane or flood from other causes, families face a variety of challenges. Here are some steps to help you protect and support your children during these times." #EmergencyPreparedness #WeatherAware #SevereWeather www.healthychildren.org/English/heal...

"Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is when a seemingly healthy baby dies unexpectedly and suddenly, and there is no explanation for the cause of their death." #SIDS #SuddenInfantDeathSyndrome #SIDSAwarenessMonth www.healthline.com/health/sudde...

"Type 2 diabetes occurs more commonly in adults. In fact, it used to be called adult-onset diabetes. But the increasing number of children with obesity has led to more cases of type 2 diabetes in younger people." #DiabetesInChildren #Type2Diabetes www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-con...

"The Social Security Administration on Friday announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment for 2026..." #COLA #CostOfLivingAdjustment #SSI #SSDI #SocialSecurity www.yahoo.com/news/article...