New report shines spotlight on tens of thousands of children that eat meals in schools and lack access to healthy meals in summer.
Category: Child Health and Hunger
NJ Achieves Highest Increase in Nation for School Breakfast
New Jersey achieved the greatest rise in the nation in the percent of low-income students eating breakfast at school, according to a new national report released today.
Join legislators at a community forum on NJ’s opiate epidemic rescheduled for March 9.
Key leaders will discuss legislative measures and explore solutions to battle the debilitating disease of addiction in NJ.
Register online today!
ACNJ responds to “Remember the poisoned children” editorial.
In 2013, 1000 children were reported lead poisoned, yet because of lack of funding few lead abatements occurred.
Medical – Dental Collaborations: Working to Improve Oral Health Outcomes for Young Children
Tooth decay is the leading chronic childhood disease in the United States. And it’s mostly preventable! NJ efforts help to ensure that preventive dental care is part of a child’s healthy start.