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Jacksonville City Council made headlines by unanimously passing a groundbreaking ordinance to fund lifesaving 'baby boxes' for infants, alongside multiple legislative approvals.

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Council approves consent agenda and a string of ordinances; baby‑box ordinance passes after amendment
The council approved a broad consent agenda and multiple ordinances by recorded votes. After debate and amendments the council approved ordinance 2026‑0186 to fund infant safety 'baby boxes' and adopted numerous land‑use and administrative measures.
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April 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM
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Washington's State Board of Health unanimously voted against adding 3MCC deficiency to the newborn screening panel, citing concerns over asymptomatic cases and funding limitations.

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Board declines to add 3MCC deficiency to Washington newborn screening panel
After a Technical Advisory Committee review found most screen-detected 3MCC cases are asymptomatic and raised concerns about clinical benefit versus costs, the Board voted unanimously not to add 3MCC to the state newborn screening panel, citing limited benefit, capacity and funding considerations.
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March 12, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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A lullaby may do more than soothe—it can uplift an infant’s emotional health for real. #InfantWellbeing #ParentingScience #MusicAndMood
Singing to Infants Boosts Mood and Emotional Health
New Yale research shows that singing to babies measurably improves their mood—no fancy tools or tech required, just your voice and a melody.
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June 4, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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Pennsylvania is launching a groundbreaking campaign to spotlight the crucial role fathers play in maternal and infant health!

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Department launches campaign to promote fatherhood engagement in maternal health
Department will conduct public campaign to highlight fathers' roles in maternal and infant health.
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June 17, 2025 at 8:35 PM