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9.18.26 Ask the Experts, "Children’s Health in America: The Good, the Bad, and the Unacceptable", by Juan C Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP

Connecticut Children's Grand Rounds··23 September 2026·1h 2m

About this episode

Event Objectives:Identify major advances in child health and pediatric care in the United States, including improvements in survival, prevention, therapeutics, and outcomes for previously life-limiting conditions.Examine concerning trends in child and adolescent health, including infant and maternal outcomes, mental health, chronic disease, access to care, and the growing influence of social and environmental determinants of health.Describe persistent and preventable disparities in child health associated with geography, socioeconomic conditions, race and ethnicity, and access to high-quality care, and identify opportunities for pediatric leaders, health systems, communities, and policymakers to improve outcomes for all children.Claim CME Credit Here!