Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin

10/31/2025

Managing asthma means flu season requires a little extra prep. 🩹

The most effective way to stay protected? Getting your flu shot! It's a simple step that helps keep you healthy and protects those around you too.

Flu season happens every year. Make sure you are protecting yourself and others from the flu by practicing good health habits and getting your flu shot.

10/29/2025

Meet Catheryn Morateck, MPH, epidemiologist with the Alliance’s injury prevention and death review initiative! ⭐

Catheryn analyzes data on infant and child deaths, turning insights into prevention strategies. She also empowers local child death review teams with the training and technical support they need to make their communities safer for kids.

Learn more about Catheryn's work and the Alliance’s injury prevention and death review initiative by visiting www.chawisconsin.org/initiatives/injury-prevention-death-review/.

10/28/2025

The Alliance's environmental health initiative has been awarded an Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment grant to bring asthma support tools to schools across six Wisconsin counties!

Our Boosting Better Breathing project will expand programs like Love My Air Wisconsin beyond Milwaukee, helping students breathe easier in Brown, Kenosha, Menominee, Milwaukee, Racine and Rock counties. We are excited to grow this important work!

View Larger Image Helping Wisconsin schools support students with asthma We’re thrilled to share some big news! Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin (the Alliance), in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin, has been awarded an Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin (AHW) Community-Led Mo...

10/27/2025

It's ! Parents, did you know that reading with your child can have a positive impact on their language development? 🧠📚

By 5 years old, most children can chat with you about their favorite stories. From answering questions and sharing what they loved, to making connections. That back-and-forth is language development in action and an important milestone to watch for.

Your local library is waiting with shelves full of adventures (and it's free)! Start early, keep it fun and help your child reach this milestone one story at a time.

Learn more about developmental milestones at: www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones-app/index.html

Download to track developmental milestones from 2 months through 5 years.

10/24/2025

Let's make sure our trick-or-treaters stay safe this Halloween!

Being visible is key when kids are out after dark. Here are some simple ways to keep them safe:
🎃 Choose light-colored costumes or add bright elements to darker ones.
🎃 Add reflective tape to costumes, bags and shoes.
🎃 Carry glow sticks or flashlights for extra visibility.

These small steps can make a big difference in helping motorists see your trick-or-treaters from a distance. Learn more at: https://ow.ly/Y2Ga50XhBAV

10/23/2025

October is National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month! Your home should be a healthy space. Not a source of hidden pollutants.

This month, take one step toward cleaner, healthier air. Your lungs (and your family) will thank you! Learn more at: www.lung.org/clean-air/indoor-air

October is National Indoor Air Quality Awareness Month! Today, let's talk about volatile organic compounds (VOCs) – a common indoor air pollutant. These chemicals can be found in paints, cleaners, adhesives and even new furniture. 🏡 Learn how to identify and reduce chemical exposure in your home. http://lung.org/clean-air

10/22/2025

Meet Sarah Leathrum, the Alliance's conference and meeting coordinator! ⭐

From coordinating statewide conferences to managing event logistics, Sarah makes sure our partners have amazing opportunities to connect, learn and collaborate.

Learn more about Sarah's work and the Alliance by visiting www.chawisconsin.org.

10/21/2025

It's National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. Did you know elevated lead levels can cause developmental delays in children? 🧠

If your child has high lead levels, developmental screening becomes even more crucial. The Wisconsin Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program emphasizes both lead testing and developmental screening to catch issues early.

Early detection means early intervention, and that makes all the difference for your child's future!

Elevated lead levels can lead to developmental delays. Learn about the connection between the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) and developmental…

10/20/2025

It's National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌

All drivers play a part in keeping kids safe at the bus stop. Remember to stop for school buses and be aware of children crossing the street!

🛑 Stop. Watch for flashing lights and stop signs.
👀 Look. Check for children near the bus.
⏸️ Wait. Don't proceed until the bus moves or signals clear.

More school bus safety tips at: https://ow.ly/Siaq50Xf1Tp

10/17/2025

Flu season runs from fall through spring, and for people living with asthma, the flu can lead to serious complications like asthma attacks and pneumonia.

The good news? A simple flu shot can make all the difference! Getting vaccinated every year is one of the best ways to keep you and your family healthy and safe.

Learn more from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) at: aafa.org/flu

10/16/2025

The Alliance's injury prevention and death review team is having a great time at !

Grateful to be among hundreds of safety advocates sharing one mission – keeping children safe. 💚

10/16/2025

A big thank you to Diane Gerlach, DO for her outstanding leadership and dedication to the Alliance! ⭐

As our Advisory Board Chair, Dr. Gerlach has been a voice for children's health across Wisconsin. Her commitment to ensuring every child can be healthy, safe and able to thrive has strengthened our work and inspired our entire community.

We're grateful for her service and the lasting impact she's made on Wisconsin's children and families. Thank you, Dr. Gerlach!