IT BEGINS WITH AN EDUCATED EMPLOYEE
Premature birth is a serious, common and costly problem. Since 1981, the rate of premature birth has increased approximately 30%, accounting for over 500,000 babies a year. It's the leading cause of newborn death and may result in lifelong disabilities. Nearly 50% of the total charges for infant hospital stays in 2002 were for babies who were born too soon or too small.
March of Dimes has created a free tool to help employees make better health care decisions. Healthy Babies, Healthy Business is a multi-dimensional health education program for the workplace. It offers six resources to help companies improve employee health and the health of the company's bottom line.
The 6 Components of the Healthy Babies, Healthy Business Program
“My 9 Monthssm”High quality health and wellness information for the company web site or intranet. |
March of Dimes Web sitesin English and Spanish: |
E-mail accessto March of Dimes Health information specialists. |
Printed health education materials ...on childbearing topics in English and Spanish. |
An online community ...for NICU families. Participate in online discussions, start a blog, make friends. |
Guidance, comfort & information ...for employees who have lost a baby or child. |
Dr. Jennifer Howse, President March of Dimes
March of Dimes President, Dr. Jennifer L. Howse, talks about why "My 9 months" is an important strategy for delivering our healthy baby content.
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