Promise 1: Child Health Care

Florida child healthcare programs are in trouble. Infant mortality is rising, as well low-weight births. Learning disabilities, special needs, and mental health issues in children are becoming more common. There are a myriad of health issues that are not being addressed by our state government. 33% of pregnant women were not even able to get pre-natal care in the first trimester. And even though there are programs in place to meet some of the need, such as KidCare, tens of thousands of children who are otherwise eligible are not enrolled.   Necessary programs are severely underfunded, and there is a lack of education about these programs.  The Children’s Campaign’s first promise to parents is Maternal, Infant and Child Health. To that end we will work to increase funding for these important programs, as well start community movements, and create and support public policy that conforms with best practices.