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Four years ago, a bill aimed at requiring health insurance companies in California to cover hearing aids for children hit a road block when Gov. Gavin Newsom decided not to
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Two regional pediatric immunization symposiums are being held this month in Morehead and Owensboro, where experts will share strategies to promote vaccine dialogue and resources - as families get back on track for routine vaccinations disrupted by the pandemic. Amber Mallot - health communicator program manager for the Immunize Kentucky Coalition and Kentucky Rural Health Association - encouraged families to check up on what routine vaccinations are needed before kids head back into the classroom. "We want parents and caregivers to start thinking and planning for that," said Mallot, "because we know that it can be overwhelming to get into a provider s office and get those appointments scheduled, sometimes a month out." The pandemic disrupted many kids routine vaccination schedules - and according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of kindergartners nationwide who received routine childhood vaccinations during the 2020-
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is brushing off calls to investigate the effect its social media platforms have on children s mental health. Last week shareholders rejected a proposal to hire an independent law firm to evaluate the effectiveness of Meta s audit and risk oversight committee. The resolution alleges the company regularly breaks pledges to remove content harmful to children. .