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Adopt and present a resolution recognizing November 2018 as Prematurity Awareness Month (Supervisor Hannigan)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Department of Health & Social Services (H&SS) recommends that the Board of Supervisors adopt and present a resolution recognizing November 2018 as Prematurity Awareness Month.
SUMMARY:
The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), and March of Dimes recognize November 2018 as Prematurity Awareness Month and November 17th as World Prematurity Day. H&SS, Public Health Division, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Bureau (MCAH) join these organizations in recognizing November as Prematurity Awareness Month to increase public awareness regarding the impact of premature births and steps Solano County residents can take to reduce risk. This resolution acknowledges the commitment to reduce rates of premature births and the need to follow recommendations for healthy pregnancies to promote and protect the health of women, infants, and their families.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The staff time associated with planning Prematurity Awareness activities is included in the department's FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. The costs associated with preparing the agenda item are nominal and absorbed by the department's FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. The costs associated with preparation and purchase of the resolution materials are included in the Board's FY2018/19 Adopted Budget. There is no additional impact to the County General Fund.
DISCUSSION:
During the month of November, H&SS, Public Health Division, Maternal Child & Adolescent Health Bureau sponsors activities in Solano County to promote awareness and prevention of premature births. Together with the CDC and CDPH, the H&SS, Public Health Division, MCAH Bureau recognizes that prematurity should be addressed as a significant p...
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