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Maternal and Child Health (Section Overview)
[2002] - The maternal
child population includes women, infants,
children, adolescents, and also encompasses
children with special health care needs. The
health status of this population is
influenced by multiple factors. Substantial
changes in the demographic and ...
Adolescent
Pregnancy and Childbearing
[updated 2004] - Adolescent pregnancy
is a complex issue influenced by many
factors including individual, family, and
community characteristics. Its consequences
negatively affect the health, social, ...
Children With Special Health Care Needs
[updated 2004]
- According to the
National Survey of Children with Special
Health Care Needs, about 14% (approximately
211,000 children) in Washington State ages
17 and younger have special health care
needs. Significantly higher prevalence rates
for special ...
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