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Backpack Heroes Campaign Continues to Combat Childhood Hunger

4/28/2022 • Posted by Betsy Dickson, Director of Children’s Programs Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York • in Children's Health, In The Community

This Friday, bags of food will be distributed to more than 6,300 students across 22 counties of northeastern New York. Over 500 of these children receive bags because of the success of the 2021 Backpack Heroes campaign, which raised over $100,000 to support the program.

Fidelis Care Offers Tips for Families to Limit Screen Time and Become More Physically Active this Spring Break Season

4/14/2022 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Health and Wellness

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated and published new guidelines for families advising that children younger than 24 months should have zero screen time other than for supervised video chatting.

Fidelis Care Shines a Light on Cyberbullying and Encourages New York Youth to Make a Difference

4/8/2022 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, In The Community

Cyberbullying is harassment that takes place over digital devices, social media platforms, and gaming experiences. According to the Pew Research Center, 59% of U.S. teens have been bullied or harassed online.

Fidelis Care Awards $8,000 to Neighborhood Health Center of WNY

1/24/2022 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health

Fidelis Care has awarded Neighborhood Health Center of WNY $8,000 to assist in their efforts to address the digital divide some patients have experienced during the pandemic. The funds will help provide access to technology and services for patients to better communicate with their health care providers.

September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month

9/13/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health

New York State’s Genetic Screening Program was started in 1965 and now tests for more than 45 different conditions. Tests are performed using a few drops of a baby’s blood to identify certain genetic conditions that may permanently impact newborns and their families.

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