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Use of Fans May Lower SIDS Risk

A new study, published in October's Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, suggests that using a fan to circulate air and improve ventilation seemed to lower the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).  More research is needed, but the...

The Effects of Childhood Stress

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) summarizes the available research on childhood stress and its long-term consequences in a publication entitled The Effects of Childhood Stress on Health Across the Lifespan.  The document explores how intensive and...

DYS Receives National Recognition for Innovation

Congratulations to the Missouri Division of Youth Services (DYS), Department of Social Services, for being named the winner of the prestigious 2008 Annie E. Casey Innovations in American Government Award in Children and Family System Reform.  DYS has long been...

Public Service Announcements

Check-Off Child Abuse – Sparky :15 A Public Service Message from the Children’s Trust Fund of Missouri Not Even For A Minute :30 Unrealistic Expectations :15 Parent with Patience – Flour :15 Parent with Patience – Cereal :15 Show Me Your Hands...

Scott Shares Message of Kindness and Hope

"Little acts and words of kindness can make a big difference and always look for the best in others." These were among several challenges and words of hope delivered by Craig Scott, who represents Rachel’s Challenge, to approximately 300 attendees of...