News and Updates

Your March KidWell Newsletter Is Here

This edition is packed with practical tools, key updates, and resources you can use right away.

Inside you will find:

KidWell Network Resources

  • AmeriHealth & Aetna Reports now available on SFTP
  • WCC Toolkit to support well-child care & immunizations
  • Community Health Education programs for your patients and families
  • Flu Corner: Latest trends + workflow strategies
  • Surgery Corner: Chest Wall Program overview

Announcements & Highlghts

  • Spring Practice Visits kicking off in April
  • Upcoming meetings: Q-Connect & Lunchtime Lecture

This month's newsletter is designed to help you:

Identify care gaps using updated data

  • Strengthen workflows with ready-to-use tools
  • Stay ahead of seasonal and community health trends
View March Newsletter
Mother and father on the couch with baby.

Birth to Three Program Provides Crucial Support to Families

Delaware’s Birth to Three Early Intervention Program supports families with infants and toddlers who have or are at risk of developmental delays or disabilities. The program’s mission is to empower parents and caregivers by providing comprehensive resources and services tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Learn More About Birth to Three

Stay Informed About RSV Immunizations for Infants and Young Children

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a widespread respiratory virus that poses serious health risks for infants and young children. To combat this, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) now recommends RSFP immunization to help prevent severe RSV disease. This can be achieved through maternal vaccination or the administration of the RSV monoclonal antibody (nirsevimab) to infants.

Learn More About How to Protect Against RSV
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Two children jumping in puddles

FDA Approves Self-Administration of Nasal Spray Influenza Vaccine

In September 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted approval for FluMist, the nasal spray influenza vaccine, to be administered by individuals themselves or by caregivers. This new option provides a safe and effective alternative of receiving the seasonal influenza vaccine, offering increased convenience and flexibility for families.

Learn More About This Development