A Study of Teen Girls' Views on Violence within Boy-Girl Relationships
Why: To describe teen girls' views on violence within boy-girl relationships
Where: University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, 3500 Victoria Street
When: Fall/winter 2008
Who: Young, non-pregnant women between the ages of 12-18 years
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A Study of the New HPV Vaccine
What: A multi-ethnic study of mothers and their daughters entitled MPDAC: Mothers Protecting Daughters Against Cancer
Why: To explore the knowledge, attitudes, and intentions of mothers with early teen daughters regarding the new HPV vaccine
Where: University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, 3500 Victoria Street and local churches
When: One 2-hour discussion session for moms and daughters and a one 90-minute information session for moms in spring 2008
Who: All mothers of girls ages 9-12, 15-16
Mothers will receive $10 for participating in the first session and $25 for participating in the second session. Daughters will receive $10 for their participation.
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Every Child, Inc. and the Pennsylvania Department of Health Announce a Health Literacy Grant to Help Pregnant Women and Teens with Special Needs
Every Child, Inc. was recently awarded a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Health to complete a project that will create an understandable and relevant print resource (also available in audio) to support teens and women's mental and physical health during pregnancy and birth. The booklet includes a comprehensive overview of the maternal health services they will be receive; a list of local community resources; personal stories from mothers who or were in need of pregnancy support and received doula services; and health tips for a positive pregnancy, birth, and child rearing experience. Additionally, community organizations such as adoption agencies, Planned Parenthood, health centers, middle and high schools, colleges, and hospitals will receive the booklet to use as a resource with teens and women.
Every Child has provided health support for pregnant woman and teens with various disabilities and special healthcare needs and supported health literacy through the provision of doula services. These services provide pregnant teens and women with a certified doula who assists them with emotional support, comprehensible information regarding their pregnancy; elimination of poor health habits and/or addictions, attendance for prenatal visits, improved nutrition, home preparation for the infant, and birthing plans. To receive a copy of the booklet, please email clasky@everychildinc.org or visit www.everychildinc.org.