Examples of Child PH Initiatives
(Manos et al 2001)
Aim: assess & improve insurance status and access to
health care for Latino children
Problem: high risk for being medically uninsured
Methods:
broad community partners (even ACS): researchers,
PH, schools, clinics, families, CCA; interviewers:
Spanish speaking women from the community trained
Results:
93% participation; barriers; education re: 2nd program
new program developed for enrollment at CCA; new
dissemination efforts