THE WOMEN'S AND CHILDREN'S HEALTH POLICY CENTER

The Women's and Children's Health Policy Center (WCHPC) was established in 1991 to address current policy issues related to evolving health systems reforms impacting on the health of women, children, and adolescents.  The Center's mission is to draw upon the science base of the university setting to inform policies, programs, and the practice of maternal and child health nationally.  A significant emphasis is given to conducting and translating research for application in the field.

The WCHPC provides timely information useful to public and private sector Maternal and Child Health (MCH) professionals, and to elected officials and other policymakers. Specific activities undertaken in support of state and local public health programs involve methods and tools development, program evaluation, and providing continuing education and expert consultation.

WHATS NEW

RECAP: 75th Anniversary Celebration of Title V Sponsored by the Maryland Maternal and Child Health Training Programs In recognition of national commitment to women, children and families, the Maternal and Child Health Training Programs of Maryland hosted a luncheon and seminar on October 22, 2010 to commemorate Title V and the Social Security Act, and to pay special tribute to the memory of Dr. Vince Hutchins. For a summary of the event, including program information and audio recordings, click here. To learn more about Title V and state policies, read here. The Foundations of Lifelong Health are Built in Early Childhood, developed by a WCHPC faculty and student team in collaboration with the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University (2010) Check out our opportunities for Student Involvement The WCHPC Congratulates its Founder—Dr. Bernard Guyer—On His Outstanding Career of Scholarship and Leadership in Maternal and Child Health..Bernie, we wish you a wonderful retirement The Long View. Johns Hopkins Magazine feature story about Dr. Guyer's work