News by subject: CHI

Who gets a rose? And what is being done to cure youth homelessness? Elyana is an inspiring young lady who forges roses from steel....

Overture International, a non-profit organization committed to protecting children and empowering families and communities in southern Haiti, today announced the release of the first two installments of its booklet series titled "Orphanages are NOT...

In an effort to address the pressing issue of food insecurity and support families with seriously ill children, Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC) Canada is proud to introduce the RMHC Family Cookbook. This heartwarming collection of recipes,...

In adolescent athletes who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), the younger the athlete at the time of primary ACLR and an earlier return to sport (RTS) were significantly associated with an increased rate of secondary ACL...

Former BET Executive Producer, Shellee Brown, has launched the James Nathaniel Brown Foundation to honor the legacy of her father, Jim Brown. It was clear to me that Dad wanted the impactful work he started in the sixties to continue long after he...

The Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu, and the Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, issued the following statement today: "This is a historic day for First Nations, Inuit and Métis, as well as for all Canadians. An...

Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO), the National Métis Women's representative organization dedicated to advancing the rights and well-being of Métis women, is pleased that the Supreme Court of Canada rendered its decision today against the...

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) is very pleased with the Supreme Court of Canada's decision to uphold the federal Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. This decision confirms the legal framework in the Act...

Los Angeles Public Charter School Collaborative (the Collab), a network of passionate charter school leaders who are united to share best practices and innovative ideas to help increase capacity and success among participating schools, announces the...

The Supreme Court of Canada released its decision today on the Government of Québec's challenge to Bill C-92: An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. Today, the Supreme Court upheld the legislation. The Act...

The Métis Nation of Ontario applauds the unanimous decision released today by the Supreme Court of Canada to uphold the constitutional validity of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (the "Act"). Also known...

After more than a year of deliberation, the Supreme Court of Canada has confirmed the validity of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families (C-92), a ruling eagerly awaited by First Nations. At stake in this legal...

UPPAbaby delivers the next generation in safety, innovation, and enhanced comfort in the new year with the launch of their first-ever lightweight infant car seat, Aria ? the lightest on the market at just 5.9 lbs. With its featherweight construction,...

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will join the Honourable Mitzi Dean, British Columbia's Minister of State for Child Care, to announce that additional child care spaces will move into the $10-a-Day ChildCareBC...

The Quebec Coalition for Tobacco Control applauds the leadership of the Order of Pharmacists of Quebec as well as that of the Government of British Columbia for having acted promptly and appropriately to protect young people against the ill-advised...

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Physical Activity, will join the Honourable Mitzi Dean, British Columbia's Minister of State for Child Care, to announce that additional child care spaces will move into the $10-a-Day ChildCareBC...

Festival Flamenco Alburquerque, the oldest and largest flamenco festival outside of Spain, will take place from June 21-29, 2024. Presented by the National Institute of Flamenco, the University of New Mexico, PNC Bank and the National Hispanic...

GENYOUth, the national non-profit organization founded by America's dairy farmers and the NFL to help ensure students are well nourished and active to be their best selves, announced today the...

From spooky, sustainable, and anime-inspired playthings, to holistic toys that give young minds and bodies a boost, The Toy Associationtm today unveiled the top trends expected to drive consumer spending on toys, games, and youth entertainment...

National PTA is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2024 Outstanding Advocacy Awards, which honor state, local and individual PTA advocates for taking action to make a difference for the education, health, safety and well-being of every child....

Women constitute roughly half of the United States workforce, yet they are notably underrepresented in the STEM ?science, technology, engineering, and math ? fields. The extent of this gender gap is subject to debate depending on the specific metrics...

Baha Mar ?the leading luxury resort destination in The Bahamas?announces the opening of its dedicated arcade, The Game Zone. The game-filled center will be open daily from 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., with special extended hours on weekends. Located next to...

The Winter Triathlon in support of the Sainte-Justine UHC Foundation returns to Montreal's Maisonneuve Park on February 16. Organized by the Cercle de Sainte-Justine, a volunteer committee reporting to the Foundation's Board of Directors, this major...

Yesterday, Dewey, an organization that creates educational products with the goal of sparking joy in reading and writing, celebrated World Read Aloud Day (WRAD) with some very special role models and superheroes. Dewey's CEO and the creator of WRAD,...

Family law expert Bari Z. Weinberger, founder and partner of Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group, is raising awareness about smart ways to divorce in 2024 that avoid the problem of significant backlogs in the New Jersey courts. Writing for the New...

Today, Global fashion brand Claire's is introducing The Collab. More than an advertising campaign, it is a year-long celebration and reimagination of what a brand platform can be, inviting the Claire's community and members of Gen Zalpha worldwide to...

Zonderkidz is pleased to announce that actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson, will release her debut picture book, titled You Can Be a Good Friend (No Matter What!) on June 18, 2024, illustrated by Paul Kellam....

(AANA) ? February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) reminds parents and caregivers of the importance of not only knowing how to keep your child's teeth healthy, but also ensuring...

Baked milk oral immunotherapy (BMOIT) is well tolerated and induces substantial desensitization to both baked and unheated milk according to new research being presented at the 2024 AAAAI Annual Meeting. 92% of participants tolerated approximately...

British Swim School, the nation's leading "learn to swim'' franchise, proudly announces its newest location in St. Johns County, Florida. British Swim School of St. Johns-St. Augustine is owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Carlo Bellatin and...

Merriweather Arts and Culture Center (MACC) is proud to present an evening of unparalleled musical magic as Tank and the Bangas take the stage with the Howard County Youth Orchestra at Merriweather Post Pavilion on April 21, 2024!  Tank and the...

In an age where digital technology permeates every aspect of children's lives, Troomi, a leader in kid-friendly, smart wireless solutions, proudly announces the Digital Safety Alliance and a collaboration with Nicklaus Children's Hospital, one of the...

Celebree School, a leader in early childhood education that provides infant and toddler care, preschool, before and aftercare, and summer camp programs, is primed for continued growth in 2024 following a groundbreaking 2023 that included several new...

Lovevery, the global early childhood brand, today announced its newest product line with the launch of The Tricky Topic Books. Parents can now access any of these five books to support their child through common challenges and transitions, like...

Sibel Health, a leading digital health company, announced today that its continuous wearable monitoring solution, ANNE® One, has received another 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The ANNE® One platform now allows for...

Today, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA), the largest girl-led organization in the world, announces a new STEM Playbook, offering guidance, resources and support to all staff, volunteers and caregivers on how to continue sparking...

Junior Achievement USA® (JA) today announced that it will honor 69 organizations with the U.S. President's Volunteer Service Award for the 2022-2023 school year in appreciation of their valued partnership and support despite the continued limitations...

Class action firm Koskie Minsky LLP has commenced a class action lawsuit on behalf of survivors of sexual, physical, and emotional abuse at Marymound group home and Marymound School in Winnipeg. The action is brought on behalf of residents of...

Primrose Schools, the leading provider of early education and care, along with its over 500 independently owned schools donated more than $640,000 to charitable organizations and gifted over 500,000 items to underserved families and children in 2023....

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)?an alliance of leading cancer centers?today published its first ever set of treatment recommendations pertaining to neuroblastoma....

Huckleberry, the leading baby tracking app that combines pediatric experts and data science, launched infant tube feeding tracking to support more families on their unique feeding journey....

24 Hour Fitness, the 40 year leader in health and fitness, is driving volunteer service for their staff in a single day to celebrate Global School Play Day on February 7th....

Children's HealthSM and UT Southwestern Medical Center unveiled plans for a new $5 billion pediatric health campus in Dallas' Southwestern Medical District today. Spanning more than 33 acres, the new pediatric campus offers a patient-centric design...

In an era where parenting roles are continuously evolving, Onoco, the award-winning AI-driven baby care app, has conducted research that challenges views of fatherhood. This research, based on an analysis of over 6 million feedings and 4 million...

Daily exposure to chemicals used in the manufacture of plastic food containers and many cosmetics may be tied to nearly 56,600 preterm births in the U.S. in 2018, a new study shows. The resulting medical costs, the authors of the report say, were...

Today, NFL legend and executive Troy Vincent, Sr. and his wife, Tommi A. Vincent, a renowned chef, podcast host, and...

Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, today announced that Steve Youngwood has decided to step down as CEO and a member of the Board of Trustees, in concurrence with the Board. The Board has appointed Sesame Workshop...

Three Jefferson County, Missouri, families are suing Grand Plaza Hotel in Branson, claiming the luxury hotel negligently shocked the pool, a process where strong chemicals like chlorine are used to destroy contaminants, two times while kids and...

On this Safer Internet Day, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is reminding parents and the public about the prevalence of sextortion, a growing threat affecting our youth, particularly those in the 14 to 24 age range. Sextortion is an online...

For the first time, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA), producers of the Chicago Auto Show, will host "Driving Future Leaders: Automotive Career Day" at the 2024 Chicago Auto Show on Tuesday, Feb. 13. This educational event is geared...