South Carolina Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics #tweetiatrician
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Thank you, Greenville & Charleston! 👏
Nearly 100 people testified at our two public hearings this week, with 100+ additional community members joining us to listen and support the conversation. We’re grateful for every voice shared!
📍Two hearings remain: Rock Hill & Columbia.
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Thanks to everyone who has already RSVP'd for the #JCLCC Public Hearings. We're grateful for the strong response from attendees and those planning to testify.
If you haven't signed up yet, then we encourage you to do so as testimony slots are limited.
linktr.ee/scchildrencomm
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The #JCLCC is pleased to announce the tentative schedule for our 2026 Fall Public Hearings! We anticipate these dates and locations will remain as listed, pending final venue confirmations. Additional details will be shared as they become available.
RSVP links available below.
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Early voting for the Primaries starts May 26 🗳️
Vote early at your county voter registration office or a designated early voting center:
• ⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• 🚫 Closed Saturdays & Sundays
Find your nearest early voting location at scVOTES.gov.
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From @JAMA_current:
#HepatitisB virus newborn vaccination rates in the US peaked at 83% in early 2023 but dropped to 73% by August 2025, coinciding with increased public discourse regarding childhood vaccination.
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ALT Line graph titled \"US Newborn Hepatitis B Virus Vaccination Rates.\" It shows the ARIMA forecast of the ratio of HBV vaccinations within 30 days of birth to live births in the US, from 2017-2026. The actual, ARIMA forecast, and training data are plotted.
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"This is a moment that calls for collective responsibility and the courage to speak out."
Read the #OpEd from pediatrician and president of the South Carolina chapter of @AmerAcadPeds, @MMcEdwards at:
medpagetoday.com/opinion/sec…
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The national rate of pediatric firearm deaths increased by 54% from 2004 to 2023, with most US youth now living in states where firearm injury is the leading cause of death. ja.ma/4blv5tl
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Grateful to everyone who testified and spoke up for South Carolina’s children— your input helps shape real change! Our next and final stop is @USCAiken Wed. 10/15. Can’t make it to our in-person hearing? Email your written testimony to [email protected] by 10/17.
State committee holds public hearing on children’s issues #chsnews live5news.com/2025/10/09/sta…
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DPH has confirmed a case of measles in an Upstate resident. This is the first confirmed case of measles reported in SC since September 2024. The individual is unvaccinated and did not have immunity from a previous measles infection.
View the release here: dph.sc.gov/news/dph-confirms…
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SC Chapter represents at @AmerAcadPeds Leadership Conference. Proud to know these folks, proud to work with them and proud to call them my friends. #PutKids1st #AAPLeads
Our SCAAP executive committee and national leaders are working hard and getting re-energized at the @AmerAcadPeds AAP leadership conference!
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This is what the end of a 60 min sunrise spin class at @AmerAcadPeds Annual Leadership Conference looks like. These people are my people. This place is my place. Time spent surrounded by people who want the best for children and families is good for my soul. #AAPLeads #putkids1st – at Itasca, IL
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The CDC just released the latest data on kindergarten vaccination rates, showing fewer children are immunized. Every parent, policymaker, and public health leader in the country should be coming together to increase access to vaccines.
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It wouldn't be an
@AmerAcadPeds
Leadership Conference without the 5:30am workout class. Pumped up and ready to advocate for kids! @NICUBatman
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"We don't need to lead IN the moment. We need to lead THROUGH the moment." This is truly a marathon. And we must take care of ourselves. Wise words for every pediatrician from @AAPPres Dr. Sue Kressly. #AAPLeads @AmerAcadPeds
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Summer is the perfect time to schedule your child’s well visit. ☀️ Here’s why:
✅ Skip the back-to-school rush
✅ More flexible scheduling
✅ Track growth & development
✅ Build healthy habits early
Book now by visiting prismahealth.org/annual-chec… 🩺
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The Senate just passed a budget bill that would gut Medicaid and SNAP — programs millions of kids rely on for care and nutrition. Cuts this big threaten every child’s health. Pediatricians urge the House to reject this bill and protect kids’ care. aap.org/en/news-room/news-re…
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#Medicaid Fact 1️⃣: Medicaid is the largest single source of health coverage for Americans.
For more surprising facts: childrenshospitals.org/news/… h
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#Medicaid Fact 2️⃣: More than 80% of adults want to see funding for Medicaid maintained at current levels or INCREASED.
For more surprising facts: childrenshospitals.org/news/… h
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The Committee is thrilled to share its 2025 Annual Report. This year's report addresses a number of education, safety, and healthcare issues. We appreciate the public input that identified these issues and led to this report.
sccommitteeonchildren.org/pu…
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On a Zoom call with my @SC_AAP QTIP Learning Collaborative colleagues learning about @reachoutandread and how important books are to infants, children and families. In today's crazy world, books are more important than ever. Thanks, Reach Out And Read!