Thirty-three babies are born each day in the United States with significant hearing loss.1 In Shelby County, there are about 400 children currently living with hearing impairmen
Robin Karr-Morse Discusses Scared Sick
February 7, 2012
The Urban Child Institute is proud to offer an opportunity to meet noted author Robin Karr-Morse, and hear her discuss her compelling new book, Scared Sick. This meeting is open to the public, but since seating is limited, please RSVP by calling (901) 385-4242. We hope to see you on February 16th, 3:00pm, at The University of Memphis University Center, located at 225 University Center, Memphis. Free Parking is available at the Zach Curlin Garage.
Eating for Two
November 9, 2011
Nutrition is the single greatest environmental influence on babies in the womb and during infancy, and it remains essential throughout the first years of life. Prenatal malnutrition, for example, has been linked to later adverse health and cognitive outcomes. Likewise, malnutrition in infancy and early childhood is a key risk factor for cognitive deficits, lower academic achievement, and behavior problems.
Confronting Infant Mortality
November 4, 2011
National statistics released in 2009 – the most recent figures available – showed Shelby County's staggering infant mortality rate between eleven and twelve percent, the highest among the nation's largest cities. According to the Urban Child Institute's 2011 Data Book, infant mortality is now more than twice as common in Shelby County as it is nationwide.
