Community Provider Corner
(From the October 2024 Issue of Medstat)
37th Annual Celiac Conference
The 37th Annual Celiac Conference will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Nationwide Children’s Education Center. This fun, educational day is designed for children and adults who have, or know someone who has, celiac disease. Nationwide Children’s experts will share the latest research and updates on celiac disease and a gluten-free diet. Attend one of three tracks within the conference, each designed for specific age groups: adults, teens and school-age children. Registration includes educational materials, access to professionals, lunch and more. For more information, email Community Education or call at (614) 355-0662.
Supporting Families With the Free Positive Parenting Program (Triple P)
Raising children can be challenging. The Positive Parenting Program offers free workshops to help parents and caregivers of children aged 0 to 12 years. Designed to fit each family’s unique needs, the program aims to reduce stress and boost confidence to help raise happy, successful kids. These sessions offer simple, practical strategies that can be adapted to fit each family’s values and beliefs. Be sure to share this free, valuable resource with your patient families.
New Guidance for Safe Contraceptive Use: Key Updates from the CDC
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Division of Reproductive Health released the 2024 U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (MEC) for Contraceptive Use on August 8, marking the first major update since 2016. Key updates include new guidelines for obesity, lupus, sickle cell disease and chronic kidney disease. The companion guide, Select Practice Recommendations, now includes advice on IUD (intrauterine device) placement, managing bleeding with contraceptive implants and more. These updates aim to reduce medical barriers and support patient-centered, non-coercive contraceptive services. Access the updated guidelines by downloading the CDC smartphone app or visiting the CDC webpage.
Free Spanish Mental Health Resources
Visit here for links to Spanish mental health resources and downloads. Families can learn about Ariana Hoet, PhD, the executive clinical director of The Kids Mental Health Foundation, pediatric psychologist, Spanish speaker and immigrant from Venezuela.