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Challenge Invites Children to Submit Toy and Game Inventions
The People of Play Young Inventor Challenge is inviting children to register and submit toy and game inventions for consideration.
ELRC Region 5 Offering Free Developmental Screenings This Fall
ELRC Region 5 is offering a series of developmental screenings at no cost to families in October and November.
CDC Recommends Children and Adults Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recommended that everyone over the age of 6 years get an updated flu vaccine.
Winter Coats Available for Pennsylvania Children
Beginning Oct. 7, families may visit Early Learning Resource Center (ELRC) 5 to receive winter coats for children.
Report Finds That PA Early Learning Shortage Poses Risk to Economy
A report from Pennsylvania Partnerships for Children notes that the state faces an historic early learning workforce shortage.
Carnegie Library Announces Science Programs for Children
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is launching Super Science programs for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.
Campaign Aims to Reduce Disparities in SUD-Related Deaths in Allegheny County
An Allegheny County campaign has been launched to reduce the disparities in Substance Abuse Disorder (SUD) deaths as well as increase access to treatment and recovery services.
Tips from the CDC on Preventing Respiratory Virus Spread in Schools
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a list earlier this year of everyday actions that schools can undertake to prevent the spread of respiratory viruses.
September Recalls on Children’s Products
Parents and caregivers should be aware of several child-related product recalls.